Scapula Flashcards

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Coracoid Process

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Juts anteriorly, and superolaterally (meaning it curves) from the superior boarder of the scapula. It’s fingerlike, blunt and anchors a variety of muscles.

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Medial Border

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This is the longest, straightest and thinnest.

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Spine

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A spine is a long, thin process. On the scapula it’s on the posterior passing mediolaterallyamd projects into the acromion process.

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Glenoid Cavity (fossa)

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Shallow, rounded cavity that receives the head of the humerurs. On the lateral side.

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