Downsloping acromion

What does "Downsloping acromion" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "downsloping acromion" refers to the shape of a part of the shoulder blade bone. The acromion is a bony projection on the top of the shoulder blade, and when it's described as "downsloping", it means that it slopes or angles downward. This is just a description of what the bone looks like and doesn't necessarily indicate a problem.

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