Upper Extremity - Miscellaneous

Question 1

The extensions of fascial/muscle compartments that actually lie between muscles are called?

Answer 1

intermuscular septae

Question 2

Holds tendons in place during joint movement.

Answer 2

Retinacula

Question 3

fluid-filled sac that allows for easy movement of one part of a joint over another that occur in locations subject to friction

limiting friction on structures

Answer 3

bursa

Question 4

Where do Bursa lie?

Bursa lie between ______ & ______

Answer 4

tendon & bone

Question 5

A broad , flattened tendon

Answer 5

aponeurosis

Question 6

The point where branches from one vessel ( artery or vein ) connect to branches of another vessel

Answer 6

Anastomosis

Question 7

What boney landmark of the posterior scapula CONNECTS the supraspinous and infraspinous fossae?

Answer 7

Spinoglenoid foramen

Question 8

What SEPERATES the supra/infraspinous fossa of the posterior scapula?

Answer 8

Spine of the scapula

Question 9

The glenoid is ______ than it is wide

Answer 9

Longer (taller)

Question 10

• retroverted (faces post)
• larger than glenoid = inherently unstable

Answer 10

Head of humerus

Question 11

What shoulder articulation is important in maintaining stability and allowing mobility?

Answer 11

Scapulothoracic articulation

Question 12

How does the glenoid labrum increase stability?

Answer 12

It doubles the depth of the glenoid cavity and acts as a bumper

Question 13

Angle of Inclination

Answer 13

135 degrees