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capsular ligament

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capsular ligament [′kap·sə·lər ′lig·ə·mənt]
(anatomy)
A saclike ligament surrounding the articular cavity of a freely movable joint and attached to the bones.


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In vitro study of glenohumeral stability and simulation of laxity tests following selective cutting of structures can clarify the roles of the glenohumeral capsular ligaments on joint stability.
Ligaments There are important extracapsular and capsular ligaments that support and stabilize the hand.
 
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