SHOULDER Flashcards
1
Q
What is the capsular pattern of the shoulder?
A
lateral rotation, abduction, and medial rotation
2
Q
What movements would tight lats effect in the shoulder? why?
A
- shoulder flexion or abduction
- due to it inserting at the posterior hip and also on the humerus it would need to lengthen for these movements
3
Q
How do you measure pectoralis minor tightness?
A
have patient lay supine with hands down at their side. Measure distance the shoulders are off the table and apply pressure to see if there is resistance to movement
4
Q
When is a normal total shoulder arthroplasty indicated?
A
fracture, OA, and RA
5
Q
When is a reverse total shoulder indicated?
A
when greater congruency and stability is needed in the shoulder, such as when an unrepairable supraspinatus tear is present.
