Shoulder Joint Complex Anatomy

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What is the main cause of the shoulder joint's susceptibility to dislocation and other injuries?

  • The spheroid shape of the glenohumeral joint (correct)
  • The tightness of the coracohumeral ligament
  • The presence of numerous ligamentous and muscular structures
  • The connection of the upper arm and the thorax

What occurs as the humerus moves into internal rotation at the glenohumeral joint?

  • An inferior rolling of the convex humeral head
  • No rolling or gliding
  • An anterior rolling of the convex humeral head (correct)
  • A posterior rolling of the convex humeral head

In which plane does shoulder flexion and extension occur?

  • Frontal plane
  • Sagittal plane (correct)
  • Transverse plane
  • Oblique plane

Where does the clinician apply pressure during the Posterior Glide mobilization?

<p>On the posterior humeral head (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of the Mobilization technique described in the first paragraph?

<p>To treat restrictions in glenohumeral external rotation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which position can the Prone Mobilization technique be performed?

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

In the first technique, where is the clinician positioned?

<p>At the front of the treatment table (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of the second technique described in the text?

<p>To treat overall restrictions of scapular mobility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is stabilization achieved in the second technique during mobilization?

<p>Bodyweight of client will stabilize (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an alternate method for mobilization in the first technique?

<p>Grasping the medial border of the posterior scapula (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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