The shoulder girdle is made up of the clavicle and which other bone?

The shoulder girdle, also referred to as the pectoral girdle, consists of two primary components: the clavicle and the scapula. The scapula, also known as the shoulder blade, plays a crucial role in connecting the upper limb to the axial skeleton, allowing for a wide range of motion and stability at the shoulder joint.

The clavicle serves as a strut that helps stabilize the shoulder by connecting the arm to the body. Together, the clavicle and scapula form the bony framework that supports the shoulder joint and facilitates various movements of the arm, such as raising, rotating, and lifting. It is essential for personal trainers to understand this anatomy to effectively design and implement shoulder exercises and rehabilitation programs for clients.

In contrast, the humerus is the bone of the upper arm, the sternum is part of the ribcage, and the femur is the thigh bone. None of these bones are part of the shoulder girdle.