axillstödets
Axillstödets, or the axillary support, refers to the anatomical and functional complex that stabilizes the axilla (armpit) and facilitates the passage of vessels, nerves, and lymphatics to the upper limb and thoracic wall. It is not a single structure but a network of tissues that together maintain the integrity and function of the shoulder region.
The axillstödets encompasses muscular boundaries, fascial layers, and neurovascular and lymphatic elements. Muscular contributions come from
Functionally, the axillstödets stabilizes the shoulder girdle and serves as a conduit for blood, nerves, and
In Swedish anatomical usage, axillstödet denotes the armpit’s supportive framework; in English, the term is often