Shoulder Flashcards
1
Q
Where is the shoulder
A
between the scapula and humerus
2
Q
what type of joint is the shoulder
A
ball and socket, multioxical, synovial joint
3
Q
Humerus articulations
A
The humerus articulates with the scapula proximally at the glenohumeral joint so it participates in the movements of the shoulder. Also, the humerus has distal articulations with the radius and ulna at the elbow joint.
4
Q
Humerus proximal end
A
Head, anatomical neck, greater tubercle, lesser tubercle
5
Q
humerus distal end
A
Articular parts: Trochlea, Capitulum
Non-articular parts: Olecranon fossa, radial and coronoid Fossae, Internal (medial) epicondyle, External (lateral) epicondyle