Shoulder and cervical spine examination Flashcards
What are the two components of the shoulder joint
Glenohumeral joint
Scapulothoracic joint
Infraspinatus
Below scapula at the back
Supraspinatus
Above scapula at the back
Where is flexion of the shoulder
up
Where is extension of the shoulder
down
Hands behind head is testing
External rotation and abduction
Hands joined behind back is testing
Internal rotation, abduction and extension
Supraspinatus function
Initates abduction below 90 degrees
Which muscle takes over abduction above 90 degrees
Deltoid
Infraspinatus function
External rotation
Where is subscapularis
Front between scapula and rib cage
Subscapularis function
Internal rotation
Teres minor function
External rotation
Deltoid function
Abducts after 90 degrees
Trapezius function
Shrugs shoulders, controls scapula movement
Shoulder exam, what are you looking at
Posture and symmetry Muscle wasting Scars, skin changes Swelling Deformity
Shoulder exam, what are you feeling for
Temperature
Bony landmarks
Muscle bulk
Which 4 muscles are you assessing the bulk of
Deltoid
Infraspinatus
Supraspinatus
Trapezius
Shoulder exam, what do you move initially
“put your hands between your head”
“put your hands behind your back”
Watch from front and back
What does pain at 120-180 degrees suggest
Acromioclavicular joint
What does pain at 120-180 degrees suggest
Acromioclavicular joint
How should the elbows be when assessing external rotation
Elbows tucked into the side