Weight transmission from upper limb to axial skeleton is done by
Ligaments involved in weight transmission connect one bone with the next bone, in line of weight transmission. Costoclavicular ligament transfers the weight of upper limb to axial skeleton.Coracoclavicular ligament transfer the weight of upper limb to clavicle bone.Note: Coracoacromial ligaments attach to bone scapula at different points and is not attached to the previous or next bone in line of weight transmission. They do not help in weight transmission.
Costoclavicular ligament
Coracoacromial ligament
Coracoclavicular ligament
Interclavicular ligament
Upper limb bones and muscles (proximal region) & Scapular movements