UL - Shoulder

Question 1

At what stage posterior tilt and external rotation of the scapula take place?

Answer 1

At full Flexion/Abduction

Question 2

At full Flexion/Abduction of the shoulder, why posterior tilt and external rotation of the scapula are relevant?

Answer 2

Optimal Glenoid orientation

Question 3

In which ratio shoulder elevation and scapula upward rotation are?

Answer 3

In 2:1

Question 4

Primary movers of upward rotation of the scapula

Answer 4

Serratus anterior, upper trapezius, lower trapezius