5 Questions
Which joint is responsible for the passive stability of the shoulder?
Glenohumeral joint
What is the function of the glenoid labrum in the shoulder?
Provides chock block for movement of the humerus
What creates the intra-articular pressure in the shoulder?
Capsule-labral complex
At what range of elevation are the rotator cuff tendons closest to the undersurface of the acromion?
60 - 120 degrees
What is needed for the elevation of the shoulder?
External rotation
Test your knowledge on the functional anatomy of the shoulder joint complex, including the Glenohumeral, Sternoclavicular, Acromioclavicular, and Scapulothoracic joints. Explore the passive stability and ligamentous structures that control the Glenohumeral joint, as well as the role of the Glenoid labrum.
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