Shoulder Joint Complex Anatomy Quiz
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Where does the coracohumeral ligament pass from and to in the shoulder joint?

  • From the margins of the glenoid cavity to the anatomical neck of the humerus
  • Between the greater and lesser tubercles of the humerus
  • From the tubercles of the humerus for the passage of tendon of long head of biceps brachii
  • From the base of the coracoid process to the anterior aspect of the greater tubercle of the humerus (correct)
  • What is the function of the transverse humeral ligament?

  • Strengthens the fibrous capsule of the shoulder joint
  • Passes from the base of the coracoid process to the anterior aspect of the greater tubercle
  • Bridges the bicipital groove to provide passage to the tendon of the long head of biceps (correct)
  • Connects the coracoid process to the greater tubercle of the humerus
  • Which structure deepens the glenoid cavity effectively in the shoulder joint?

  • Capsular ligament
  • Glenoid labrum (correct)
  • Glenohumeral ligaments
  • Coracohumeral ligament
  • What is the defect that exists between superior and middle glenohumeral ligaments?

    <p>It acquires importance in the anterior dislocation of the shoulder joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What lies within the joint cavity enclosed by the attachment of the joint capsule beyond the supraglenoid tubercle?

    <p>Long head of biceps brachii</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint is typically referred to as the shoulder joint by clinicians?

    <p>Glenohumeral joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the shoulder in humans?

    <p>To facilitate coordinated and controlled hand placement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint within the shoulder girdle is described as the least stable and most susceptible to dislocation?

    <p>Glenohumeral joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of synovial joint is the shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint)?

    <p>Ball-and-socket joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to functional defects of the entire shoulder joint complex?

    <p>Impairment of the glenohumeral joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

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