Unit 5

Question 1

AC Joint

Answer 1

Is a joint at the top of the shoulder.

Question 2

Glenoid Fossa

Answer 2

A shallow depression on a bone into which another bone fits to form a joint.

Question 3

AC Separation

Answer 3

when the collar bone separates from the shoulder blade.

Question 4

Head of the humerus

Answer 4

The upper or proximal extremity of the humerus consists of the bone’s large rounded head joined to the body by a constricted portion called the neck.

Question 5

Acromion Process

Answer 5

It articulates with the collar bone to form the acromioclavicular joint.

Question 6

Glenoid Labrum

Answer 6

Rim attached around the margin of the glenoid cavity in the shoulder blade.

Question 7

Hills-Sach

Answer 7

Is a cortical depression in the posterolateral head of the humerus.

Question 8

Brachial Plexus

Answer 8

Is a network of nerves formed by the ventral rami of the lower four cervical nerves and first thoracic nerve.

Question 9

Rotator Cuff

Answer 9

Is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head of your upper arm bone firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder.

Question 10

Stinger

Answer 10

Also called a burner or nerve pinch injury, is a neurological injury suffered by athletes, mostly in high-contact sports.

Question 11

SC Joint

Answer 11

Is formed from the articulation of the medial aspect of the clavicle and the manubrium of the sternum.

Question 12

Biceps Tendon

Answer 12

Cord-like structure connects the biceps muscle to the bones in the shoulder.

Question 13

DOMS

Answer 13

Is the pain and stiffness felt in muscles several hours to days after unaccustomed or strenuous exercise.

Question 14

Dynamic Stability

Answer 14

When disturbed from an original state of steady motion in an upright position.

Question 15

Synergistically

Answer 15

It means various parts are working together to produce an enhanced result.