The Upper Limb Flashcards
List the bones in the upper limb from most superior to most inferior
Clavicle, scapula, humerus, ulna + radius, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges
How many carpals are there?
8
How many metacarpals are there?
5
How many phalanges are there in the hand?
14
What joint joins the carpals with the radius + ulna
Radiocarpal joint
What joint is between the carpals?
Midcarpal joint
What joint is between the first metacarpal (thumb) and the carpals?
Carpometacarpal joint
What joint is between the first metacarpal and the proximal phalanx of the thumb?
Metacarpophalangeal joint
What joint is between the proximal phalanx and the intermediate phalanx?
Proximal interphalangeal joint
What joint is between the intermediate phalanx and the distal phalanx?
Distal interphalangeal joint
Which bones make up the pectoral girdle?
Clavicle and scapula
What type of joint is the shoulder joint and what is it’s name?
Ball and socket (synovial) - Glenohumeral joint
What type of joint is the elbow joint and what is it’s name?
Hinge joint (synovial) - ulnohumeral joint
What type of joint is the radiocarpal joint?
Ellipsoid/condylar joint
What are the two necks on the humerus?
Anatomical (physical) and surgical (surgical is where the bone most often breaks)