Shoulder Complex Biomechanics Quiz

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Which joint within the shoulder complex is a false joint?

Glenohumeral joint

Scapulothoracic articulation (correct)

Sternoclavicular joint

Acromioclavicular joint

What is the ultimate function of scapular motion within the shoulder complex?

To stabilize the sternoclavicular joint

To provide a stable base for the humeral head (correct)

To add range to elevation of the arm

To rotate the acromioclavicular joint

Which joint within the shoulder complex is associated with the movement of the scapula on the thorax?

Suprahumeral joint

Acromioclavicular joint

Sternoclavicular joint (correct)

Glenohumeral joint

What is the range of anterior tilt of the scapula in the scapular plane?

30 degrees Signup and view all the answers

How many true joints are there within the shoulder complex?

3 Signup and view all the answers

Which joint within the shoulder complex is associated with the motion of the scapula on the thorax?

Sternoclavicular joint Signup and view all the answers

Which joint within the shoulder complex is a true joint?

Sternoclavicular joint Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of scapular motion within the shoulder complex?

To optimize contact between the glenoid and the humeral head Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of anterior tilt of the scapula in the scapular plane?

30-40 degrees Signup and view all the answers

How many true joints are there within the shoulder complex?

3 Signup and view all the answers

Shoulder Complex Biomechanics Quiz

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Which joint within the shoulder complex is a false joint?

What is the ultimate function of scapular motion within the shoulder complex?

Which joint within the shoulder complex is associated with the movement of the scapula on the thorax?

What is the range of anterior tilt of the scapula in the scapular plane?

How many true joints are there within the shoulder complex?

Which joint within the shoulder complex is associated with the motion of the scapula on the thorax?

Which joint within the shoulder complex is a true joint?

What is the function of scapular motion within the shoulder complex?

What is the range of anterior tilt of the scapula in the scapular plane?

How many true joints are there within the shoulder complex?

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