Anatomical Relations
The interclavicular ligament is continuous with the deep cervical fascia.
Structure
The interclavicular ligament, as the name suggests, unites both the superior surfaces of the sternal (medial) ends of the clavicles. Some fibers may attach to the superior margin of the manubrium of the sternum.
Function
The interclavicular ligament acts to stabilize the sternoclavicular joint.
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Joint Ligament
Entheseal structures are widely located throughout the body and are represented by the interface between bone and several tissues including tendon, joint capsules and ligaments.
