joint of rib

rib joint

Any joint that connects a rib to another structure (or another rib). Examples: costochondral, costovertebral, interchondral, sternocostal joints.

Type Bone
Parent Structure skeletal joint
Latin Name rib joint

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the joint of rib?
Any joint that connects a rib to another structure (or another rib). Examples: costochondral, costovertebral, interchondral, sternocostal joints.
What is the Latin name for the joint of rib?
The Latin name for the joint of rib is rib joint.

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