Clavicle Flashcards
What is the anatomical name for the collarbone?
Clavicle
True or False: The clavicle is the only long bone in the body that lies horizontally.
True
Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on one end?
Sternoclavicular joint
What is the other joint that the clavicle articulates with on the other end?
Acromioclavicular joint
What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?
It helps to support the shoulder and arms, acting as a strut to keep the shoulder in place.
What type of bone is the clavicle considered to be?
Long bone
Fill in the blank: The clavicle is located between the ____ and the ____.
Sternum, scapula
What is the most common fracture site for the clavicle?
Midshaft
What is the common treatment for a clavicle fracture?
Immobilization with a sling or brace
What are the two main functions of the clavicle?
To provide attachment for muscles and to protect underlying structures.
What is the anatomical name for the collarbone?
Clavicle
True or False: The clavicle is the only long bone in the body that lies horizontally.
True
Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on one end?
Sternoclavicular joint
What is the other joint that the clavicle articulates with on the other end?
Acromioclavicular joint
What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?
It helps to support the shoulder and arms, acting as a strut to keep the shoulder in place.
What type of bone is the clavicle considered to be?
Long bone
Fill in the blank: The clavicle is located between the ____ and the ____.
Sternum, scapula
What is the most common fracture site for the clavicle?
Midshaft
What is the common treatment for a clavicle fracture?
Immobilization with a sling or brace
What are the two main functions of the clavicle?
To provide attachment for muscles and to protect underlying structures.
What is the clavicle commonly known as?
Collarbone
True or False: The clavicle is the only long bone in the body that lies horizontally.
True
Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on one end?
Sternoclavicular joint
Which joint does the clavicle articulate with on the other end?
Acromioclavicular joint
What is the function of the clavicle in the human body?
It helps to support the shoulder, allowing for a wide range of motion.
What are the two main parts of the clavicle?
Medial (sternal) end and lateral (acromial) end
What type of bone is the clavicle classified as?
Long bone
Which muscles are attached to the clavicle?
Deltoid and trapezius muscles
What is the most common fracture site in the clavicle?
Midshaft
What is the main function of the clavicle during arm movement?
To transmit forces from the upper limb to the axial skeleton.
How many ossification centers does the clavicle have in development?
Two
Which ligament connects the clavicle to the coracoid process of the scapula?
Coracoclavicular ligament
What is the significance of the clavicle in terms of evolution?
It is thought to be the first bone to ossify in the human body, possibly due to its importance in upright posture.
What is the Latin term for clavicle?
Clavicula
What is the primary function of the clavicle in the human body?
To provide structural support and protect underlying blood vessels and nerves.
Which bone does the clavicle connect to on one end?
Sternum
Which bone does the clavicle connect to on the other end?
Scapula
What is the typical shape of the clavicle?
S-shaped
What is the function of the clavicle in relation to the shoulder joint?
It acts as a strut to keep the scapula in place.
What is the main arterial supply to the clavicle?
Suprascapular artery
What is the main nerve supply to the clavicle?
Suprascapular nerve
Which ligament is attached to the inferior surface of the clavicle?
Costoclavicular ligament
What is the main function of the clavicle during overhead movements?
To prevent the shoulder from collapsing downward.
Which bone is the clavicle often compared to in terms of shape?
Letter āSā
What is the function of the clavicle in terms of shoulder stability?
It provides a stable base for the shoulder joint to move freely.
What is the main function of the clavicle during weight-bearing activities?
To transfer weight from the upper limb to the rest of the body.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of muscle attachment?
To provide a stable base for the attachment of shoulder muscles.
Which joint does the clavicle form with the scapula?
Acromioclavicular joint
True or False: The clavicle is located in the upper extremity of the body.
True
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of protection?
To protect the underlying structures such as blood vessels and nerves.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of movement?
To allow for a wide range of motion in the shoulder joint.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of flexibility?
To provide flexibility in arm movements.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of stability?
To provide stability to the shoulder joint.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of posture?
To maintain proper posture and alignment of the upper body.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of locomotion?
To facilitate movement of the upper limbs during walking and running.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of coordination?
To coordinate movements of the shoulder with the rest of the body.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of strength?
To provide strength and support to the shoulder joint.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of balance?
To maintain balance and stability during movements.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of protection?
To protect vital structures such as blood vessels and nerves.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of flexibility?
To allow for flexibility in arm movements.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of support?
To provide support to the shoulder joint.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of movement?
To enable a wide range of motion in the shoulder joint.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of stability?
To ensure stability of the shoulder joint.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of locomotion?
To assist in upper limb movements during walking and running.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of coordination?
To coordinate shoulder movements with overall body movements.
What is the main function of the clavicle in terms of balance?
To maintain balance and stability during physical activities.