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What is the primary function of the sternoclavicular joint?
Which ligament is the principal stabilizer of the sternoclavicular joint?
What movement is defined as 'scaption'?
What is the angle of inclination of the humerus in relation to the humeral shaft?
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Which joint is known to be most mobile in the body?
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During upward rotation of the scapula, which two movements occur at the sternoclavicular and acromioclavicular joints?
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Which ligament in the glenohumeral joint is the strongest supporting ligament?
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What does dynamic stability at the glenohumeral joint rely on?
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Which joint movement occurs in the transverse plane at the acromioclavicular joint?
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What limits excessive anterior and posterior movement at the sternoclavicular joint?
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What is the function of the glenoid labrum in the glenohumeral joint?
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Which movement occurs at the glenohumeral joint when the humerus moves posteriorly?
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What is the role of the coracoacromial arch?
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How much humeral flexion typically occurs at the glenohumeral joint?
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What is the primary action of the serratus anterior muscle?
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Which muscles work together in the downward rotation force couple?
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What is the role of the upper trapezius during shoulder elevation?
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How does the pectoralis minor affect scapular movement?
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Which muscles are involved in pure retraction of the scapula?
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What is the defining action of the deltoid muscle's anterior fibers?
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Which force couple is primarily responsible for the upward rotation of the scapula?
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What is a common underactive condition of the pectoralis minor?
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What is the action of the subscapularis muscle?
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Which functional movements involve scapular upward rotation?
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What is the primary mover in the elevation force couple?
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Which muscle stabilizes the scapula to the thoracic cage?
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What is the effect of tightness in the infraspinatus and teres minor?
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Study Notes
Shoulder Complex Overview
- Comprises four joints: Sternoclavicular (SC), Acromioclavicular (AC), Glenohumeral (GH), and Scapulothoracic (ST).
- Essential for linking upper extremity to the trunk and facilitating extensive arm mobility.
- Provides stability necessary for fine and gross motor tasks at the elbow, wrist, and hand.
Scapula Anatomy and Positioning
- Features three angles: inferior, superior, and lateral; three borders: medial, lateral, and superior.
- Resting position aligns: superior angle with thoracic vertebra 2 (T2), spine of the scapula with T3, inferior angle with T7.
- Slight upward rotation (5º-10º) in the frontal plane; anterior tilt of the scapula noted.
Plane of the Scapula
- Positioned at a 30º to 45º angle to the frontal plane for stress reduction during daily activities.
- Scapular motion in this plane is crucial for shoulder joint stability and function.
Humerus Alignment
- Humerus has a 135º angle of inclination; retroversion (30º-45º) aligns it with the scapular plane.
- These anatomical features enhance stability of the GH joint.
Clavicle Features
- Curved S-shaped structure resting at a 20º angle posterior to the frontal plane and slightly elevated.
Sternoclavicular Joint (SC)
- Only true articulation connecting upper extremity to axial skeleton, classified as a diarthrodial saddle joint.
- Allows three degrees of freedom: elevation/depression, protraction/retraction, and posterior rotation.
- Costoclavicular ligament primarily stabilizes SC joint, limiting motion except for depression.
Acromioclavicular Joint (AC)
- Plane synovial joint offering three degrees of freedom, important for maintaining scapuloclavicular relationships.
- Key ligaments for stability include the coracoclavicular ligament and superior/inferior AC ligaments.
Scapulothoracic Joint (ST)
- Functions as a joint without traditional anatomical structure, pivotal for scapular motion during arm activity.
- Movement correlates to scapular elevation/depression, protraction/retraction, and upward/downward rotation.
Glenohumeral Joint (GH)
- Most mobile joint in the body, functioning as a diarthrodial ball-and-socket joint with a large humeral head and smaller glenoid fossa.
- Only 25%-33% of the humeral head articulates with the glenoid, maximizing mobility but sacrificing stability.
GH Joint Stability
- Glenoid labrum deepens the fossa, increasing stability and reducing humeral head translation.
- Capsuloligamentous complex allows high mobility while stabilizing the joint through ligaments like the coracohumeral and glenohumeral ligaments.
Movement Mechanics of the GH Joint
- Offers three degrees of freedom: flexion/extension, abduction/adduction, and internal/external rotation.
- Critical to maintain arthrokinematic principles during movements to prevent impingement and optimize function.
Scapulohumeral Rhythm
- Coordinated movements across all four shoulder joints enhance overall shoulder complex functionality.
- Follows a 2:1 ratio of GH movement to ST upward rotation for optimum motion and stability.
Muscle Function in Shoulder Dynamics
- Axioscapular muscles (trapezius, serratus anterior, levator scapula, rhomboids, pectoralis minor) play essential roles in stabilizing the scapula and supporting shoulder movements.
- Trapezius functions include elevation and upward rotation, while serratus anterior aids in scapular abduction and stabilization on the thoracic cage.
Clinical Notes
- Underactive or overactive muscular dynamics can lead to dysfunction, such as scapular winging or elevated shoulder posture.
- Rehabilitation and strengthening exercises should emphasize maintaining proper movement mechanics and muscle balance.### Shoulder Complex Overview
- True weakness can result from other joint limitations, such as glenohumeral (GH) internal rotation range of motion (ROM) affecting scapular positioning.
- Tightness may lead to protracted scapulae, impacting functional movements like pushing, throwing, and reaching.
Upward Rotation Force Couple
- Involves synergistic action of trapezius and serratus anterior for scapular upward rotation.
- Trapezius acts in three segments:
- Upper: Elevates distal clavicle and acromion.
- Middle: Adducts scapula.
- Lower: Depresses medial spine of scapula.
- Serratus anterior elevates and abducts the scapula.
Axioscapular Muscles
Levator Scapula
- Function: Elevates and downwardly rotates scapula; facilitates lateral neck flexion and cervical spine extension.
- Innervation: Dorsal Scapular Nerve.
- Overactive in downwardly rotated and elevated scapula scenarios.
Rhomboids
- Function: Scapular adduction (retraction) and stabilization.
- Innervation: Dorsal Scapular Nerve.
- Overactive when scapula is adducted and downwardly rotated; underactive when shoulders are rounded.
Pectoralis Minor
- Actions: Anterior tilt, depression, and downward rotation of scapula.
- Innervation: Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerves.
- Overactivity can risk impingement through increased internal rotation of the scapula during movement.
Elevation and Retraction Force Couples
- Elevation: Involves upper trapezius and levator scapula working together.
- Retraction: Middle trapezius, lower trapezius, and rhomboids coordinate to achieve pure retraction motion.
Axiohumeral Muscles
- Major muscles: Latissimus Dorsi and Pectoralis Major, responsible for gross motor movements of the GH joint.
Latissimus Dorsi
- Actions: Extension, adduction, and internal rotation of humerus; aids in climbing.
- Innervation: Thoracodorsal Nerve.
- Overactivity can limit shoulder flexion and external rotation.
Pectoralis Major
- Actions: Flexion, adduction, internal rotation, and horizontal adduction of humerus.
- Innervation: Medial and Lateral Pectoral Nerves.
- Dysfunction leads to reduced strength in various motions.
Shoulder Girdle Movements
- Depression: Involves lower trapezius, pec minor, and latissimus dorsi.
- Protraction: Engages serratus anterior and pectoralis major.
Scapulohumeral Muscles
- Function: Provide motion and dynamic stabilization to GC joint. Key muscles include deltoid, supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis, teres major, and coracobrachialis.
Deltoid
- Actions: Abduction, flexion, horizontal adduction, and internal rotation.
- Innervation: Axillary Nerve.
- Dysfunction results in compensatory movements or limited ROM.
Supraspinatus
- Key for initiating abduction in the scapular plane; also stabilizes GH joint.
- Innervation: Suprascapular Nerve.
Infraspinatus and Teres Minor
- Work synergistically for external rotation and horizontal abduction of the humerus.
Subscapularis
- Primary mover for internal rotation of humerus; stabilizes GH joint.
- Innervation: Upper and Lower Subscapular Nerves.
Rotator Cuff Functions
- Critical for humeral head stability during arm movements, counteracting superior translations resulting from deltoid action.
Dynamic Stability and Kinematics
- Each muscle contributes specific actions, with synergistic efforts stabilizing the humerus and maintaining shoulder integrity.
Functional Motion Dynamics
- Internal Rotation: Primarily driven by subscapularis and assisted by latissimus dorsi and pectoralis major.
- External Rotation: Infraspinatus, teres minor, and posterior deltoid are the main movers.
Relationship of Shoulder to Spine
- Coordination between shoulder girdle and spine is essential for optimal movement; poor posture in one often affects the other.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy and function of the shoulder complex. This quiz covers the four main joints: the sternoclavicular, acromioclavicular, glenohumeral, and scapulothoracic joints. Understand their roles in providing mobility and stability to the upper extremity.
