stylohyoid ligament
The stylohyoid ligament is a band of tissue that connects the styloid process of the temporal bone to the lesser cornu of the hyoid bone in the neck. It helps provide support and stabilization to the hyoid bone. Injury or inflammation of this ligament can cause pain and discomfort in the neck and throat.
A ligament.
hyoid bone as well as other structures such as the mandible and the styloid process of the temporal bone. These ligaments help to suspend and stabilize the hyoid bone in the neck.
No. A ligament connects bone. It is not a muscle.
a ligament attaches bone to bone
A ligament connects a bone to another bone.
tendons:bones to muscle ligaments:bonr to bone
a ligament connects two bones together
No, a ligament is a fibrous tissue that connects bones to other bones, while a joint is the point where two or more bones meet to allow movement. Ligaments help stabilize joints and prevent excessive movement.
Tendons (muscle to bone)Ligament (bone to bone)
ligament
The bone that connects the mandible to the temporal bone is the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). It allows for movement of the jaw and is essential for functions like chewing and speaking. Issues with the TMJ can lead to conditions like temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD).