What joint allows for a combination of movements between the clavicle and scapula?

The acromioclavicular joint plays a vital role in facilitating a combination of movements between the clavicle and scapula. This joint allows for gliding movements that enable the scapula to move on the thoracic wall, providing necessary adjustments during arm movements. As the arm elevates or moves in different directions, the acromioclavicular joint helps maintain proper alignment of the scapula relative to the clavicle, which is essential for optimal shoulder function and movement.

In contrast, the glenohumeral joint serves primarily as the ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder but does not directly facilitate movement between the clavicle and scapula. The scapulothoracic joint, while involved in scapular motion, is not a true anatomical joint but rather a functional articulation. The sternoclavicular joint connects the clavicle to the sternum and also allows for some movement, but it mainly facilitates movements of the clavicle rather than a direct combination of movements between both the clavicle and scapula.