Anatomy of Shoulder Muscles Attachment Points
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Which muscle is attached to the scapular fossa?

  • Subscapularis (correct)
  • Deltoid
  • Serratus anterior
  • Trapezius

Where is the serratus anterior muscle attached?

  • Acromion process
  • Spine of the scapula
  • Scapular fossa
  • Anterior surface of the medial margin (correct)

Which muscle is commonly attached to the medial border of the scapula?

  • Biceps brachii
  • Triceps brachii
  • Latissimus dorsi
  • Pectoralis major (correct)

What is the function of the subscapularis muscle?

<p>Shoulder internal rotation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle assists in protracting the scapula?

<p>Rhomboid major (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is attached to the superior margin of the scapular spine and the medial margin of the acromion?

<p>Trapezius (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is attached to the posterior surface of the lateral margin of the scapula?

<p>Deltoid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is attached to the depressions above and below the spine of the scapula?

<p>Supraspinatus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is attached to the posterior surface of the inferior angle of the scapula?

<p>Teres Major (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which border of the scapula is the shortest?

<p>Superior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the acromion process?

<p>The acromial angle is between the medial and lateral margins. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the coracoid process located in relation to the acromion?

<p>At the lower end (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the direction of the coracoid process?

<p>Upward, forward, and outward (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which margin of the acromion extends along the upper edge of the scapular spine?

<p>Medial margin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of surface does the clavicle have for articulation with the scapula?

<p>Oval (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the suprascapular notch located?

<p>On the superior border (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In women compared to men, how does the sternal end of the clavicle differ in its location?

<p>It is located at a lower level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a triangular shelf-like projection at the dorsal surface of the scapula?

<p><strong>Spine</strong> (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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