Scapula Flashcards
What 2 other bones does the scapula articulate with
Lateral side humerus
Superior side clavicle
Where does the scapula join with the humerus
Glenoid cavity
What are the 2 angles of the scapula
Inferior angle
Superior angle
What border is this
Medial border
What border is this
Lateral border
What bone does the lateral border face
The humerus
What border is this
Superior border
What bony feature is this
Subscapular fossa
Describe the location of the subscapular fossa
On the anterior aspect
Role of the subscapular fossa
Attachment point for subscapularis muscle
What bony feature of the scapular is this
The spine
Describe the location of the spine
Posterior aspect
Distal to supraspinous fossa
What bony feature of the spine is this
Supraspinous fossa
Describe the location of the supraspinous fossa
Posterior aspect
Superior to spine
What bony feature of the scapula is this
Infraspinous fossa