Scapular Region Flashcards
The scapular region is important for the function of the ____ and the ____ muscles. chest
intrinsic shoulder
Intrinsic shoulder muscles play a key role in ____ and ____ of the shoulder joint. stability
movement
Disclosure in medical education often includes relationships with ____ and ____ companies. medical
research
The shoulder joint is influenced by the ____ region and the ____ muscles. scapular
intrinsic shoulder
Anatomical sciences encompass the study of the ____ and the ____ in the human body. structure
function
The skeletal and muscular components of the ____ and ____ are essential for understanding upper limb anatomy. thorax
pectoral girdle
The general muscle attachments and actions of the relevant muscles are crucial for understanding the ____ and ____ of the upper limb. shoulder
arm
To explain the joints of the ____ complex
one must understand the relationship between the shoulder and ____ joints. shoulder
When comparing the axial skeleton to the ____ skeleton
one must consider their respective roles in ____ and movement. appendicular
Extrinsic shoulder muscles differ from intrinsic shoulder muscles in terms of their ____ and ____ within the shoulder complex. origin
function
Understanding the upper limb requires knowledge of the thorax
pectoral girdle
The course notes for Chapter 3 focus on the upper limb
specifically pages ____ to ____ for detailed anatomical information. 47
In anatomical sciences
it is important to discuss the differences between ____ and ____ shoulder muscles. extrinsic
The skeletal system consists of ____ and ____ that provide structure and support to the body. bone
cartilage
Cartilage is a type of connective tissue that is ____ and ____ in nature
allowing for flexibility. semi-rigid
Bone is characterized as a ____ connective tissue that is ____ and serves as a lever for movement. dense
rigid
The periosteum is important for ____ and ____ in bone
contributing to its overall health. innervation
In the skeletal system
cartilage allows for ____ and ____ at joints
The rigid segments of bone act as ____ for movement
while cartilage provides ____ at joints. lever arms
The ____ skeleton consists of bones that form the longitudinal axis of the body
while the ____ skeleton includes bones of the limbs. Axial
The shoulder girdle is made up of the ____ and ____ bones. clavicle
scapula
The pelvis is formed by the ____ bones
also known as the hip bones
The axial skeleton includes bones such as the skull and ____ while the appendicular skeleton includes the ____ girdle. vertebrae
shoulder
In the appendicular skeleton
the bones of the limbs include the ____ and the ____ girdle. shoulder
The ____ skeleton consists of bones that form the longitudinal axis of the body
including the skull and ____ column. Axial
The appendicular skeleton includes bones that form the extremities and the ____ girdle
as well as the ____ girdle. pectoral
The axial skeleton is made up of the skull
thoracic cage
Bones that form the longitudinal axis of the body are part of the ____ skeleton
which includes the thoracic cage and ____ bones. axial
The skeletal system is divided into two main parts: the axial skeleton and the ____ skeleton
which includes the pectoral and pelvic ____. appendicular
The ____ is the only bony attachment of the upper limb to the axial skeleton
while the ____ supports the anterior shoulder. clavicle
The shoulder complex includes the ____ and the ____ which are important for upper limb movement. scapula
clavicle
The clavicle has an ____ shape and is susceptible to injury due to its ____ protection. S
little
The shoulder blade is also known as the ____ and is part of the ____ complex. scapula
shoulder
The humerus
scapula
The posterior thoracic wall provides support for the ____ and is connected to the ____ through the shoulder complex. scapula
clavicle
The clavicle functions to support the anterior shoulder and is located between the ____ and the ____. sternum
scapula
In anatomical sciences
the study of the shoulder complex includes the humerus
The scapula has three borders: the lateral border
the superior border
In the anatomical view of the scapula
the _____ angle and the superior angle are important landmarks. inferior
The glenoid fossa is located on the scapula and is crucial for the articulation with the _____ and the _____ of the arm. humerus
shoulder
The coracoid process is a prominent feature of the scapula
located near the _____ and the _____ fossa. glenoid
The scapula is also known as the shoulder blade and has an important role in the _____ and _____ of the upper limb. movement
stability
In osteology
the scapula is studied for its various features including the glenoid fossa and the _____ process. coracoid
The anatomical sciences at Temple University include the study of structures like the scapula
which has an inferior angle and a _____ angle. superior
The scapular spine is located on the ____ side of the scapula and is important for muscle attachment to the ____. posterior
shoulder
The acromion is a bony process that extends from the scapular spine and articulates with the ____ and provides attachment for the ____ muscle. clavicle
deltoid
The supraspinous fossa is located above the scapular spine and is primarily associated with the ____ muscle
while the infraspinous fossa is located below and is associated with the ____ muscle. supraspinatus
In the study of osteology
the scapula is crucial for understanding the anatomy of the ____ and its relationship with the ____ joint. shoulder
The anatomical sciences at Temple University include the study of structures like the scapular spine
acromion
The upper arm bone
known as the _____
The greater tubercle and lesser tubercle are found on the _____
which is part of the _____ anatomy. humerus
The intertubercular sulcus
also called the _____
The deltoid tuberosity is a feature of the _____ and is important for _____ attachment. humerus
muscle
The rotator cuff muscles attach to the _____ and are crucial for _____ stability. humerus
shoulder
In the anatomical view of the humerus
the _____ is located anteriorly and is essential for _____ function. greater tubercle
The anatomical sciences study features like the _____ tuberosity and the _____ sulcus of the humerus. deltoid
intertubercular
The proximal humerus includes the humeral head
neck
In the ball and socket joint of the proximal humerus
the humeral head is shaped like a _____ and is considered unstable. 1/2 sphere
The greater tubercle and lesser tubercle are important landmarks of the proximal humerus
along with the _____. deltoid tuberosity
The bicipital groove is located on the _____ view of the proximal humerus. anterior
The shoulder complex includes the joints of the shoulder such as the ____ and the ____. Sternoclavicular
Acromioclavicular
The glenohumeral joint is part of the shoulder complex along with the ____ and the ____. Sternoclavicular
Acromioclavicular
The ligaments of the shoulder girdle connect the ____ to the ____ and provide stability. sternum
clavicle
The acromioclavicular joint connects the ____ to the ____ of the scapula. clavicle
acromion
In the shoulder complex
the scapulothoracic joint is associated with the ____ and the ____. scapula
The shoulder complex consists of multiple joints including the glenohumeral
____ and ____ joints. Sternoclavicular
The anatomical sciences study the shoulder complex
which includes ligaments connecting the ____ and the ____. sternum
The Glenohumeral joint is a type of joint known as a _____ joint
allowing for motions such as _____ and _____ rotation. ball and socket
In the Glenohumeral joint
the _____ head is large while the _____ fossa is small and shallow. humeral
The motions allowed by the Glenohumeral joint include _____
_____
The surfaces of the Glenohumeral joint are covered with _____ cartilage
which is also known as _____ cartilage. articular
The Glenohumeral joint allows for _____ and _____ movements
making it highly versatile. medial
Flexion and extension are two of the primary motions of the _____ joint
which is classified as a _____ joint. Glenohumeral
The glenohumeral joint is a type of joint known as a _____ and _____ joint. ball
socket
The humeral head is described as _____ while the glenoid fossa is _____ and shallow. large
small
The glenoid fossa is deepened by the _____ which surrounds it. peripheral glenoid labrum
The glenohumeral joint capsule is classified as _____ and is reinforced by _____ and muscles. synovial
ligaments
The main source of stability for the glenohumeral joint comes from the _____ and _____ muscles. glenohumeral ligaments
rotator cuff
The glenohumeral joint capsule is a type of ____ joint that is reinforced by ____ and muscles. synovial
ligaments
The main source of stability for the glenohumeral joint comes from the ____ muscles and the ____ ligaments. rotator cuff
glenohumeral
The scapulothoracic joint is classified as a ____ joint and allows for motions such as ____ and ____ rotation. functional
upward
For full upper limb range of motion
the scapulothoracic joint must perform ____ and ____ movements. elevation
The motions of the scapulothoracic joint include ____ and ____ as well as protraction and retraction. elevation
depression
The glenohumeral joint is stabilized by the ____ ligaments and the ____ muscles. glenohumeral
rotator cuff
The scapulothoracic joint allows for ____ rotation and ____ rotation
which are essential for arm movement. upward
The extrinsic shoulder muscles have proximal attachments on the _____ skeleton and include the _____ and _____ muscles. axial
trapezius
Intrinsic shoulder muscles arise from the shoulder _____ and insert on the _____. girdle
humerus
The muscles that are classified as extrinsic include the _____
_____
The rotator cuff muscles are considered _____ muscles because they arise from the shoulder girdle and insert on the _____ bone. intrinsic
humerus
The _____ and _____ are examples of intrinsic shoulder muscles that help in arm movement. deltoid
teres major
Muscles like the _____ and _____ are part of the extrinsic shoulder muscles that connect to the axial skeleton. trapezius
levator scapulae
The _____ and _____ are key components of the rotator cuff
which is classified as intrinsic shoulder muscles. supraspinatus
The trapezius muscle attaches to the ____ and ____ of the spine
as well as the scapular spine and clavicle. C-spine
The actions of the trapezius include ____ and ____ of the scapula. scapular retraction
scapular rotation
In anatomical sciences
the trapezius is classified as a ____ muscle located in the ____ region. posterior
The trapezius muscle is involved in movements such as ____ and ____ of the shoulder girdle. retraction
rotation
The trapezius has attachments at the ____ and ____ regions of the spine. cervical
thoracic
The rhomboids are responsible for ____ and the levator scapulae is responsible for ____. scapular retraction
scapular elevation
In the upper extremity musculature
the latissimus dorsi is located in the ____ region while the rhomboids are in the ____ region. posterior
The function of the levator scapulae is to elevate the scapula
while the rhomboids are involved in ____ and ____. scapular retraction
The anatomical sciences at Temple University include the study of muscles like the rhomboids and ____ which assist in ____ and ____. levator scapulae
scapular elevation
In the context of upper extremity musculature
the rhomboids and levator scapulae both play roles in ____ and ____ of the scapula. retraction
The ____ muscle arises by two heads
the clav head and the sternal head
The actions of the Pectoralis major include ____ and ____ of the humerus. humeral adduction
humeral internal rotation
The Latissimus Dorsi is part of the ____ musculature and is located in the ____ region of the body. Upper Extremity
posterior
The Pectoralis major is primarily responsible for ____ and ____ of the humerus. adduction
internal rotation
In anatomical terms
the Pectoralis major is located in the ____ aspect of the upper extremity
The ____ is a muscle that attaches to the medial border of the scapula and the ribs
responsible for scapular protraction. Serratus Anterior
The ____ muscle is innervated by the long thoracic nerve and can be easily injured
leading to scapular winging. Serratus Anterior
The pectoralis minor is located in the ____ region and is part of the upper extremity musculature. anterior
The action of the serratus anterior muscle is to facilitate ____ of the scapula. protraction
Injury to the long thoracic nerve can result in ____ of the scapula due to weakness in the serratus anterior. winging
The serratus anterior paralysis can lead to ____ and is associated with the ____ nerve. scapular winging
long thoracic
The deltoid muscle has attachments at the scapular spine
clavicle
In the context of upper extremity musculature
the deltoid muscle is divided into anterior and ____ parts
The long thoracic nerve is crucial for the function of the ____ muscle
which prevents ____ of the scapula. serratus anterior
The deltoid muscle’s actions include abduction
____ and ____
The rotator cuff consists of the ____
____
The scapular spine is associated with the ____ and ____ muscles. Supraspinatus
Infraspinatus
The ____ and ____ are part of the rotator cuff musculature located posteriorly. Infraspinatus
Teres minor
The anterior part of the rotator cuff includes the ____ muscle. Subscapularis
The SITS muscles include the ____
____
The ____ muscle is located on the posterior side of the scapula and is part of the rotator cuff. Infraspinatus
The ____ muscle is responsible for stabilization of the shoulder and is located anteriorly. Subscapularis
The ____ and ____ muscles are located on the scapula and contribute to shoulder movement. Supraspinatus
Teres major
The rotator cuff consists of four muscles: Supraspinatus
Infraspinatus
The rotator cuff provides dynamic support to the shoulder joint
except for the _____ part of the joint. inferior
The anatomical term for the muscles that stabilize the shoulder joint is called the _____. rotator cuff
The rotator cuff is crucial for _____ motion of the shoulder
particularly in activities involving lifting and throwing. rotatory
The rotator cuff blends with the _____ capsule to provide stability to the shoulder joint. joint
In a glenohumeral dislocation
the injured arm appears _____ and the loss of _____ contour is noticeable. longer
The humeral head dislocates _____ but presents _____ in a glenohumeral dislocation. inferiorly
anteriorly
The strong muscle pull of the _____ major contributes to the dislocation of the humeral head in the glenohumeral joint. pectoralis
