Scapulothoracic Joint Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
what forms the scapulothoracic joint?
A
articulation of scapula with thorax
2
Q
the ST joint is not a true ____ joint
A
anatomic
3
Q
the ST articulation depends on the integrity of what 2 joints?
A
SC and AC
4
Q
primary movements of the ST joint
A
- elevation/depression
- protract/retract
- upward/downward rotation
5
Q
secondary movements of ST joint
A
- ant/post tilting
- IR/ER
6
Q
elevation of the ST joint is a combo of SC joint ____ and AC joint ____
A
- SC joint elevation
- AC joint downward rotation
7
Q
ST elevation can be observed with what movement?
A
shoulder shrug
8
Q
ST protraction is a combo of SC joint ____ and slight AC joint ____
A
- protraction
- IR
9
Q
ST upward rotation occurs by summation of SC joint ____ and AC joint ____
A
- elevation
- upward rotation
10
Q
ST upward rotation can be observed with what movement?
A
shoulder flexion/ABD
