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Anatomy - Upper Limb > Joints > Flashcards

Joints Flashcards

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What type of joint is the glenohumeral joint?

A

ball and socket synovial joint

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What is the articulation of the glenohumeral joint?

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humeral head articulates with the glenoid cavity of the scapula

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What type of cartilage covers the articular surfaces of the glenohumeral joint?

A

hyaline cartilage

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What is the articulation of the sternoclavicular joint?

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synovial articulation between the sternal end of the clavicle and the manubrium of the sternum and the first costal cartilage

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What type of joint is the sternoclavicular joint?

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saddle type of joint but functions as a ball and socket joint

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What arteries supply the glenohumeral joint?

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anterior and posterior circumflex humeral arteries and branches of the suprascapula artery

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What nerves supply the glenohumeral joint?

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suprascapular, axillary, and lateral pectoral nerves

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What type of joint is the elbow?

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a hinge type of synovial joint

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What nerves supply the elbow joint?

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musculocutaneous, radial and ulnar nerves

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Anatomy - Upper Limb (9 decks)

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