Shoulder joint

System Musculoskeletal
SNOMED CT 361835002

Shoulder joint

Definition

The joint that is formed by the union of the humerus, the scapula (or shoulder blade), and the clavicle (or collarbone). Commonly thought of as a single joint, the shoulder is actually made up of two separate joints - the glenohumeral and acromioclavicular joints.

Also known as joint of shoulder region — per UBERON

Related record This page carries no relationships. Atlas Médico also holds Glenohumeral joint (0 relationships, shares MESH:D012785). These are separate concepts in the source ontology, not duplicates Atlas Médico has merged.

The Shoulder joint is a part of the Musculoskeletal.

Also identified as