Interclavicular Ligaments

The clavicle (collarbone) acts as a brace for the freely movable scapula (shoulder blade), and helps to hold the shoulders in place. It also provides attachments for muscles, tendons, and for the "interclavicular ligaments" of the arm, chest and back. As a result of its elongated double curve, the clavicle is weakly built. If it is compressed from the end by abnormal pressures on the shoulder, it is likely to fracture.