Shoulder Region Reviewer

Question 1

Bones of the shoulder complex

Answer 1

Clavicle, Scapula, and Humerus

Question 2

1. Orientation of the clavicle
2. The common site fracture for clavicle

Answer 2

1. Convex medially 2/3, Concave laterally 1/3, Slightly superior to the horizontal plane, posterior 20 degrees to the frontal plane.
2. Lateral 1/3 of the clavicle (concave)

Question 3

What level of the thoracic spine is the scapula?

Answer 3

T2-T7

Question 4

Orientation of the glenoid fossa.

Answer 4

Superior, Anterior and Lateral

Question 5

Give me the Acromion Types

Answer 5

Type I: Flat
Type II: Curved
Type III: Hooked