Upper Limb - Overview and Joints Flashcards
Main functions of shoulder and elbow regions
Position and stabilize the hand
Upper limb characterized by
mobility and ability to grasp and manipulate
Scapulothrocic joint is a
Fascial plane
Movements of scapulothoracic joint
Retraction Protraction Elevation Depression Rotation
Trapezius contributes to all motions but _____ of scapulothoracic joint
Protraction and inferior rotation
Superior rotation of scapula
Trapezius and serratus anterior
Inferior rotation of scapuula
Rhomboids and lattisimus
Only bony articulation of upper limb with trunk
Sternoclavicular joint
Anterior sternoclavicular ligament
Anterior reinforcement
Posterior sternoclavlicular ligament
Posteior
Interclavicular ligament
Limits depression
Costoclavicular ligament
Limits elevation
Articular disc of sternoclavicular ligament
Divides joint cavity and increases mobility
Stability of sternoclavicular joint
Very stable
Clavicle fracture more common
Which part of clavicle elevated during fracture?
Medial portion because of sternocleidomastoid pulling up on it
Lateral end depressed by weight of shoulder