Transverse Ligament of the Humerus

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Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

Forms the roof of the intertubercular groove1

Figure 1: Right Glenohumeral joint capsule (Anterior view)2

Function

Traditionally, the transverse ligament was believed to play a role in LH biceps tendon stability, but recent literature contradicts this1. The Transverse Ligament is now believed to be continuous with RTC tendons and the Coracohumeral Ligament1. In addition, the presence of free nerve endings in the Transverse Ligament indicate that it could be a source of pain in the shoulder1.

References

1.
Dutton M. Dutton’s Orthopaedic Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention. 5th ed. McGraw Hill Education; 2020.
2.
Gray H. Anatomy of the Human Body. 20th ed. (Lewis WH, ed.). Lea & Febiger; 1918. https://www.bartleby.com/107/

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