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Shoulder Girdle
Basic Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy
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Health Care
Undergraduate 1
02/11/2012

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Term
pectoralis minor
Definition
inserts on the coracoid process
Term
pectoralis minor
Definition
originates on the anterior surface of the third through fifth ribs
Term
pectoralis minor
Definition
lies deep to the pectoralis major muscle & is the only shoulder girdle muscle located entirely on the anterior surface of the body
Term
serratus anterior
Definition
w/o this muscle, the vertebral border lifts away from the rib cage, which is called "winging of the scapula"
Term
serratus anterior
Definition
b/c this muscle has a nearly horizontal line of pull outward, it is a prime move in scapular protraction and upward rotation
Term
serratus anterior
Definition
inserts on the vertebral border of the scapula, anterior surface
Term
serratus anterior
Definition
it is impossible to raise your arm above your head w/o action of this muscle
Term
rhomboids
Definition
What muscle has an oblique line of pull and are prime movers in scapular retraction and elevation? They also rotate the scapula downwards.
Term
rhomboids
Definition
inserts on the vertebral border of the scapula below the levator scapula muscle b/t the spine and inferior angle
Term
rhomboids
Definition
originates from the nuchal ligament and spinal processes of C7 through T5
Term
levator scapula
Definition
What muscle is named for its function of scapular elevation? It only assists in scapular retraction, and is also a prime mover in downward rotation.
Term
levator scapula
Definition
inserts on the vertebral border of the scapula b/t the superior angle and spine
Term
levator scapula
Definition
originates on the transverse processes of the first four cervical vertebrae
Term
1)antagonist

2)agonistic
Definition
The upper and lower trapezius muscles are agonist/antagonist to each other in elevation and depression and are agonistic/antagonistic in upward rotation.
Term
lower trapezius
Definition
This muscle is most effective in depression and upward rotation of the scapula.
Term
lower trapezius
Definition
inserts on the base of the scapular spine
Term
lower trapezius
Definition
originates from the spinous processes of the middle and lower thoracic vertebrae
Term
middle trapezius
Definition
prime mover in scapular retraction
Term
middle trapezius
Definition
inserts on the medial aspect of the acromion process & along the scapular spine
Term
middle trapezius
Definition
originates from the nuchal ligament of the lower cervical vertebrae & spinous process of C7 & the upper thoracic vertebrae
Term
upper trapezius
Definition
prime mover in scapular elevation & upward rotation
Term
upper trapezius
Definition
inserts on the lateral end of the clavicle and acromion process
Term
upper trapezius
Definition
originates on the occipital protuberance and the nuchal ligament of the upper cervical vertebrae
Term
trapezius muscle
Definition
This is a large, superficial muscle that appears diamond-shaped. Functionally it is divided into three parts b/c there are three different lines of pull resulting in different muscle actions.
Term
trapezius, levator scapula, rhomboids, serratus anterior, & pectoralis minor
Definition
What are the 5 muscles of the shoulder girdle?
Term
up; down (elevation; depression)
Definition
In the case of the shoulder girdle, muscles w/ a greater vertical angle of pull will be effective in pulling the scapula __ or __.
Term
in; out (retraction; protraction)
Definition
Muscles w/ a greater horizontal angle of pull will be more effective in pulling the scapula __ or __.
Term
scapulohumeral rhythm
Definition
What is the concept that further describes the movement relationship b/t the shoulder girdle and the shoulder joint?
Term
scapular winging
Definition
What is the posterior lateral movement of the vertebral border of the scapula in the transverse plane?
Term
inferior angle of scapula
Definition
What is the defined point of reference for scapular motion?
Term
upward rotation
Definition
During ___ the inferior angle of the scapula rotates up and away from the vertebral column
Term
scapular
Definition
B/c motions of the shoulder girdle can be seen best by looking at the scapula, they are commonly described as either shoulder girdle or __ motion.
Term
scapular
Definition
Shoulder girdle protraction and retraction is synonymous w/ __ abduction & __ adduction.
Term
coracoacromial ligament
Definition
What ligament attaches laterally on the superior surface of the coracoid process & runs up and out to the inferior surface of the acromial process?
Term
coracoacromial ligament
Definition
What ligament does not actually cross over the acromioclavicular joint, but rather forms a roof over the head of the humerus & serves as a protective arch, providing support to the head when an upward force is transmitted along the humerus?
Term
acromioclavicular ligament
Definition
What ligament prevents dislocation of the clavicle?
Term
acromioclavicular ligament
Definition
What ligaments support the acromioclavicular joint by holding the acromion process to the clavicle?
Term
coracoclavicular ligament
Definition
What ligament prevents backward motion of the scapula, & limits rotation of the scapula?
Term
acromioclavicular ligament; coracoclavicular ligament; coracoacromial ligament
Definition
What 3 ligaments make up the acromioclavicular joint?
Term
acromioclavicular joint
Definition
This joint connects the acromion process of the scapula w/ the lateral end of the clavicle.
Term
interclavicular ligament
Definition
This ligament's purpose is to limit the amt of clavicular depression.
Term
interclavicular ligament
Definition
Which ligament is located on top of the manubrium, connecting the superior sternal ends of the clavicles?
Term
costoclavicular ligament
Definition
This ligament's primary purpose is to limit the amt of clavicular elevation.
Term
costoclavicular ligament
Definition
Which ligament is a short, rhomboidal-shaped ligament that connects the clavicles inferior surface to the superior surface of the costal cartilage of the first rib?
Term
sternoclavicular ligament
Definition
Which ligament connects the clavicle to the sternum on anterior and posterior surfaces?
Term
anterior sternoclavicular ligament
Definition
This ligament limits the amt of posterior movement of the clavicle's medial end.
Term
posterior sternoclavicular ligament
Definition
This ligament limits the anterior movement of the clavicle's medial end.
Term
articular disk
Definition
What serves as a shock absorber for the sternoclavicular joint?
Term
interclavicular ligament
costoclavicular ligament
sternoclavicular ligament
articular disk
Definition
Makes up the sternoclavicular joint
Term
shoulder complex
Definition
What consists of: scapula, clavicle, sternum, humerus, rib cage, sternoclavicular joint, acromioclavicular joint, glenohumeral joint, and scapulothoracic articulation?
Term
scapulothoracic articulation
Definition
this provides motion and flexibility to the body; the scapular and thorax are not directly attached but are connected indirectly by the clavicle and by several muscles
Term
sternum
Definition
a flat bone located in the mid-line of the anterior thorax
Term
clavicle
Definition
an s-shaped bone that connects the UE to the axial skeleton at the sternoclavicular joint
Term
manubrium
Definition
the superior end of the sternum, providing attachment for the clavicle and first rib
Term
body
Definition
the middle 2/3 of the sternum, providing attachment for the remaining ribs
Term
xiphoid process
Definition
the inferior tip of the sternum meaning "sword-shaped"
Term
sternal end
Definition
portion of the clavicle that attaches medially to the sternum
Term
acromial end
Definition
portion of the clavicle that attaches laterally to the scapula
Term
body
Definition
middle portion of the clavicle found b/t the two ends of the bone
Term
glenoid fossa
Definition
slightly concave surface that articulates w/ the humerus on superior lateral side above the axillary border & below the acromion process
Term
acromion process
Definition
broad, flat area on superior lateral aspect, providing attachment for the upper trapezius muscle
Term
coracoid process
Definition
projection on anterior surface, providing attachment for the pectoralis minor muscle
Term
spine
Definition
projection on posterior surface, running from medial border laterally to the acromion process. Provides attachment for the middle and lower trapezius
Term
axillary border
Definition
the lateral side b/t glenoid fossa and inferior angle
Term
vertebral border
Definition
b/t superior and inferior angles medially, and attachment of the rhomboid and serratus anterior muscles
Term
inferior angle
Definition
most inferior point and where vertebral and axillary border meet
Term
superior angle
Definition
superior medial aspect, providing attachment for the levator scapula muscle
Term
pectoralis minor
Definition
its downward diagonal line of pull is mostly vertical, making it a prime mover in scapular depression, downward rotation, and scapular tilt
Term
force couple
Definition
muscles pulling in different directions to accomplish the same motion
Term
upper trapezius, lower trapezius, & serratus anterior
Definition
Which muscles act as a force couple in scapular upward rotation?
Term
levator scapula, rhomboids, & pectoralis minor
Definition
Which muscles act as a force couple in scapular downward rotation?
Term
reversal of muscle action
Definition
when the insertion is stabilized & the origin moves
Term
middle trapezius & rhomboids
Definition
What muscles are prime movers in retraction?
Term
serratus anterior & pectoralis minor
Definition
What muscles are prime movers in protraction?
Term
upper trapezius, levator scapula & rhomboids
Definition
What muscles are prime movers in elevation?
Term
lower trapezius & pectoralis minor
Definition
What muscles are prime movers in depression?
Term
upper and lower trapezius & serratus anterior
Definition
What muscles are prime movers in upward rotation?
Term
rhomboids, levator scapulae & pectoralis minor
Definition
What muscles are prime movers in downward rotation?
Term
pectoralis minor
Definition
What muscles is a prime mover in scapular tilt?
Term
upward rotation; protraction
Definition
What shoulder girdle motions accompany flexion of the shoulder joint?
Term
downward rotation; retraction
Definition
What shoulder girdle motions accompany extension of the shoulder joint?
Term
scapular tilt
Definition
What shoulder girdle motion accompanies hyperextension of the shoulder joint?
Term
upward rotation
Definition
What shoulder girdle motion accompanies abduction of the shoulder joint?
Term
downward rotation
Definition
What shoulder girdle motion accompanies adduction of the shoulder joint?
Term
protraction
Definition
What shoulder girdle motion accompanies medial rotation of the shoulder joint?
Term
retraction
Definition
What shoulder girdle motion accompanies lateral rotation of the shoulder joint?
Term
retraction
Definition
What shoulder girdle motion accompanies horizontal abduction of the shoulder joint?
Term
protraction
Definition
What shoulder girdle motion accompanies horizontal adduction of the shoulder joint?
Term
upper trapezius muscle
Definition
O:occipital bone, nuchal ligament on upper cervical spinous processes
I:outer third of clavicle, acromion process
A:scapular elevation & upward rotation
N:cranial nerve XI
Term
middle trapezius muscle
Definition
O:spinous processes of C7-T3
I:scapular spine
A:scapular retraction
N:cranial nerve XI
Term
lower trapezius muscle
Definition
O:spinous processes of middle & lower thoracic vertebrae
I:base of scapular spine
A:scapular depression & upward rot.
N:cranial nerve XI
Term
levator scapula muscle
Definition
O:transverse processes of C1-C4
I:vertebral border of scapula b/t superior angle and spine
A:scapular elevation & downward rot.
N:C4 & C5, dorsal scapular nerve C5
Term
rhomboid muscles
Definition
O:spinous processes of C7-T5
I:vertebral border of scapula b/t spine and inferior angle
A:scapular retraction, elevation, & downward rot.
N:dorsal scapular nerve(C5)
Term
serratus anterior muscle
Definition
O:lateral surface of upper eight ribs
I:vertebral border, anterior surface
A:scapular protraction & upward rot.
N:long thoracic nerve (C5-C7)
Term
pectoralis minor muscle
Definition
O:anterior surface, third thru fifth ribs
I:coracoid process of scapula
A:scapular depression, protraction, downward rot., & tilt
N:medial pectoral nerve (C8,T1)
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