shoulder joint complex Flashcards
1
Q
what are the shoulder complex movements?
A
- flexion/extension
- abduction/adduction
- horizontal abduction/adduction
- internal/external rotation
- *aka circumduction**
2
Q
what is scapulohumeral rhythm?
A
when the arm gets above a certain degree, the humerus and scapula move continuously and synchronously at a 2:1 ratio
3
Q
what are the bones of the shoulder?
A
- clavicle
- sternum
- scapula
- humerus
4
Q
what are the joints of the shoulder?
A
- acromioclavicular joint
- sternoclavicular joint and ligament
- glenohumeral joint
5
Q
what are the ligaments of the shoulder?
A
- acromioclavicular ligament
- coracoacromial ligament
- glenohumeral ligament
6
Q
what are the rotator cuff muscles? (S.I.T.S)
A
- supraspinatous
- infraspinatous
- teres minor
- subscapularis
7
Q
what are shoulder mechanisms of injury?
A
- direct trauma
- indirect traume
- throwing- type motions
