Pectoral Girdle and Proximal Humerus Flashcards
1
Q
what part of the scapula is attached to the clavicle via the AC joint
A
Acromion
2
Q
what is the groove on the superior aspect of the scapula called
A
suprascapular notch
3
Q
what is the purpose of the glenoid cavity
A
part of the scapula which articulates with head of the humerus
4
Q
what runs through the infraspinous fossa
A
suprascapular nerve and artery
5
Q
where does the suprascapular ligament lie
A
on the suprascapular notch
6
Q
What is the part of the scapula that points anteriorly
A
coracoid process
7
Q
part of scapula above the spin of scapula
A
supraspinous fossa
8
Q
part of scapula below the spine of scapula
A
infraspinous fossa
9
Q
3 main landmarks on the proximal humerus
A
lesser tubercle
greater tubercle
intertubercular groove
