Anatomy of the Shoulder Joint

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Which muscles are primarily responsible for the flexion of the forearm?

Biceps brachii, brachialis, and brachioradialis (correct)

Triceps brachii, brachialis, and anconeus

Pectoralis major, triceps brachii, and coracobrachialis

Wrist flexors, biceps brachii, and forearm extensors

Which structures are involved in enabling flexion and extension at the elbow joint?

Medial collateral ligament and annular ligament

Olecranon fossa and radial fossa

Trochlea and trochlear notch (correct)

Coronoid process and capitulum

What bone articulates with the capitulum of the humerus?

Ulna

Scaphoid

Radius (correct)

Metacarpal

What is the maximum degree of flexion achievable at the elbow joint?

150° Signup and view all the answers

Which ligament stabilizes the head of the radius to the radial notch of the ulna?

Annular ligament Signup and view all the answers

Which portion of the humerus articulates with the ulna?

Trochlea Signup and view all the answers

During forearm flexion, what happens to the olecranon and the coronoid process?

Olecranon comes out of the olecranon fossa, coronoid process enters the coronoid fossa Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the radius and the humerus at the elbow joint?

They articulate through the radial collateral ligament and capitulum Signup and view all the answers

What structure does the deltoid muscle tendon insert into?

Radial tuberosity Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle originates from the coracoid process of the scapula?

Coracobrachialis Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the humerus is involved in the formation of the elbow joint?

Distal epiphysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the long head of the triceps brachii?

Stability of the glenohumeral joint Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle inserts into the tuberosity of the ulna?

Brachialis Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is formed at the proximal end of the humerus?

Ball and socket joint Signup and view all the answers

Which heads of the triceps brachii act solely on the elbow joint?

Medial and lateral heads Signup and view all the answers

In terms of muscle origin, where does the medial head of the triceps brachii arise from?

Posterior surface of the humerus, inferior to the radial groove Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the radioulnar joint?

Enables supination and pronation of the forearm Signup and view all the answers

Which muscles are primarily responsible for flexion at the elbow joint?

Biceps brachii, brachialis, and brachioradialis Signup and view all the answers

What components make up the medial collateral ligament of the elbow?

Anterior, intermediate, and posterior fibers Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the role of collateral ligaments in the wrist?

They limit adduction and abduction movements Signup and view all the answers

Where does the brachialis muscle originate?

Just below the deltoid tuberosity of the humerus Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC)?

Adds stability to the radioulnar joint Signup and view all the answers

Which ligaments are part of the anterior (palmar) ligamentous complex?

Palmar radiocarpal ligament and palmar ulnocarpal ligament Signup and view all the answers

Which ligaments contribute to the stability of the radiocarpal joint?

Collateral ligaments along with anterior and posterior ligaments Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Shoulder

The shoulder is composed of three bones: clavicle, scapula, and humerus.
The scapula has three processes: spine, acromion, and coracoid process.
The scapula has two fossae: supraspinous and infraspinous fossae.
The glenoid fossa is a shallow socket where the humerus connects to the scapula.
The glenohumeral joint is a ball and socket joint, the most mobile in the body.
The shoulder has 3 true joints (sternoclavicular, acromioclavicular, and glenohumeral) and 2 false joints (scapulothoracic, and subacromial).

Shoulder Joint Structure

The glenohumeral joint is crucial for shoulder mobility.
The glenoid cavity is smaller than the humeral head.
A glenoid labrum (fibrocartilage) helps improve joint congruency.
The rotator cuff muscles (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis) are essential for shoulder stability and movement.
The humeral head has a greater tubercle and lesser tubercle.
The subacromial bursa cushions structures above the shoulder joint.

Shoulder Ligaments

The glenohumeral ligaments (superior, middle, inferior) provide stability.
The coracohumeral ligament connects the coracoid process to the humerus.
The transverse humeral ligament secures the long head of the biceps tendon.
The acromioclavicular joint ligaments (acromioclavicular, conoid, trapezoid) maintain stability between the clavicle and scapula.
The sternoclavicular joint ligaments (anterior, posterior, interclavicular) connect the clavicle to the sternum.

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This quiz explores the anatomy and structure of the shoulder joint, including the bones, joints, and the crucial role of the rotator cuff. Learn about the different processes, fossae, and how these components contribute to shoulder mobility and stability. Test your knowledge on this vital part of human anatomy!