8 Questions
Which muscle is often graded incorrectly due to its unique muscle arrangement and bony movement?
Serratus
Which testing procedure is recommended as sound and in line with kinesiologic and pathokinesiologic principles?
Dynamic testing
What additional testing methods are needed to establish completely reliable functional diagnoses of scapular muscles?
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Which of the following is a normal position for the scapula at rest?
The vertebral border parallel to the spinous processes
What does it indicate if the inferior angle of the scapula is tilted away from the rib cage?
All of the above
What is the most prominent abnormal posture of the scapula?
Winging
Which muscle weakness is indicated by scapular winging?
Serratus
What are some possible causes of scapular winging?
All of the above
Test your knowledge on the anatomy and function of the serratus muscle and scapular muscles. Learn about common grading errors and the recommended test procedure. Explore the importance of dynamic testing using EMG and MRI.
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