Scapula Flashcards
The scapula articulates with the humerus at what joint
Glenohumeral joint
The scapula articulated with the clavicle at what joint
Acromioclavicular joint
The scapula connects the upper limb to the
Trunk
Scapular is what shape
Triangular
Scapula has how many surfaces
List them
3 surfaces
Costal surface/anterior surface
Lateral surface
Posterior surface
Large concave depression on the costal surface namely?
Subscapular fossa
What rotator cuff muscle originated from the fossa on the costal surface of the clavicle
Subscapularis
Originating from the superolateral surface of the costal scapula is the
Coracoid process
hook-like projection, which lies just underneath the clavicle
Coracoid process
The three muscles that attach to the Coracoid process are
the pectoralis minor, coracobrachialis, and the short head of the biceps brachii.
Landmarks of the lateral surface of the scapula include
Glenoid fossa
Supraglenoid tubercule
Infraglenoid tubercule
Supraglenoid tubercule provides attachments for?
Long head of biceps brachii
Infraglenoid fossa provides attachments for?
Long head of triceps brachii
site of origin for the majority of the rotator cuff muscles of the shoulder.
Posterior surface of scapula
Markings of the posterior surface of the scapula
Spine
Acromion
Infraspinous fossa
Supraspinous fossa
