clavicular

Clavicular is an adjective derived from the word clavicle, referring to anything related to the collarbone.

Key Contexts:

• Anatomy: It is commonly used to describe regions or structures associated with the clavicle (e.g., the "clavicular region" of the neck or the "clavicular notch" on the sternum).
• Physiology: In the context of respiratory health or voice production, "clavicular breathing" refers to a shallow method of breathing that involves lifting the shoulders instead of engaging the diaphragm.
• The Clavicle (Collarbone): The bone itself is a thin, S-shaped, long bone that connects the breastbone (sternum) to the shoulder blade (scapula). It acts as a strut to stabilize the shoulder and support the upper body, allowing for a wide range of arm movement.

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Note: In other contexts, "Clavicular" (or "Clav") is also the online pseudonym of an American internet personality, Braden Eric Peters.