Multiple choice

A fibrocartilage articular disc is associated with which of the following joints?

  1. Glenohumeral joint

  2. Acromioclavicular joint

  3. Sternoclavicular joint

  4. Midcarpal joint

  5. Carpometacarpal joints
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Explanation

The sternoclavicular articulation is a synovial double-plane joint. It is composed of two portions separated by an articular disc which is made from fibrocartilage. This disk also allows motion between the sternum (manubrium) and itself during protraction and retraction of the scapula.

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