Sternoclavicular joint

Sternoclavicular joint

**The sternum** – **clavicular** joint is one of the most important joints of the skeleton. It performs a very important function in the body. With the help of the chest and collarbone, a person can move around and also maintain correct posture. The ligaments in the pectoral process are directed from the ribs to the sternum. The joint belongs to the mixed type and has a complex synovial character. In the largest joint there is a triangular plate of the clavicle, which does not completely fit into the notch of the large bone, so movements are limited to an angle of 9