Acromial angle

Acromial angle is a term used in anatomy to describe the angle formed by the junction between the acromion and the spine of the scapula in the shoulder. The acromial angle is an important anatomical landmark, particularly in the field of orthopedics.

Etymology

The term "acromial angle" is derived from the Greek words "akros", meaning "highest", and "omos", meaning "shoulder". The term "angle" comes from the Latin "angulus", meaning "corner".

Anatomy

The acromial angle is located in the shoulder, at the junction between the acromion and the spine of the scapula. The acromion is a bony process that extends laterally from the scapula, while the spine of the scapula is a prominent ridge that runs diagonally across the back of the scapula. The angle formed by these two structures is the acromial angle.

Clinical significance

The acromial angle is an important anatomical landmark in orthopedics. It is often used as a reference point in surgical procedures involving the shoulder, such as rotator cuff repair and shoulder arthroscopy. Abnormalities of the acromial angle, such as an increased or decreased angle, can be associated with certain shoulder conditions, including impingement syndrome and rotator cuff tear.

Related terms

• Acromion
• Spine of the scapula
• Shoulder
• Orthopedics
• Rotator cuff repair
• Shoulder arthroscopy
• Impingement syndrome
• Rotator cuff tear

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