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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle assists in protracting the scapula?

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

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

    <p>Deltoid</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Supraspinatus</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which border of the scapula is the shortest?

    <p>Superior</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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What is the direction of the coracoid process?

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

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

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

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

    <p>Oval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the suprascapular notch located?

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

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