The Shoulder Flashcards
1
Q
what does the gleno-humeral joint contain?
A
humeral head
scapular glenoid
2
Q
what is the shoulder girdle formed by?
A
scapula
clavicle
proximal humerus
supporting muscles including deltoid and rotator cuff
3
Q
muscles of the rotator cuff
A
supraspinatus
infraspinatus
teres minor
subscapularis
4
Q
role of supraspinatus
A
initiation of abduction
5
Q
role of infraspinatus
A
external rotator
6
Q
role of teres minor
A
external rotator
7
Q
role of subscapularis
A
internal rotator
8
Q
what age group does should arthritis present in and is it common?
A
not common
over 60s
