Scapula and Clavicle Flashcards

Flashcards about the scapula and clavicle bones.

What is the scapula?

The scapula, also known as the shoulder blade, is a flat triangular bone located at the back.

Where does the scapula reside?

The posterior surface of ribs two to seven.

What does the scapula provide?

Attachment point for a number of muscles that make up the arm and shoulder.

With what bones does the scapula articulate?

Humerus and clavicle.

What joints does the scapula form?

Glenohumeral (shoulder) joint and acromioclavicular joint.

What are some key features of the scapula?

Acromial process, coracoid process, superior border, glenoid cavity, neck.

What are the clavicles?

A pair of long bones that connect the scapula to the sternum.

Where does the name 'clavicle' come from?

From the Latin word for "little key."

What does the name 'clavicle' describe?

The shape of the clavicle.

What is unique about the clavicle's position?

The only long bone in the body that lies horizontally.

What is a common injury related to the clavicle?

One of the most commonly broken bones in the human body.

Name the main parts of the Clavicle

Acromial extremity, conoid tubercle, sternal extremity.

What is the name of the process at the lateral end of the scapula's spine?

Acromial process

What is the name of the socket that articulates with the head of the humerus?

Glenoid cavity

Which bone acts as a strut, keeping the upper limb away from the thorax?

Clavicle

Which muscles attach to the spine of the scapula?

Trapezius and deltoid muscles

What is the function of the conoid tubercle on the clavicle?

Provides attachment for muscles and ligaments

What is the name of the joint where the clavicle articulates with the sternum?

Sternoclavicular joint

What are the three borders of the scapula?

Superior, medial, and lateral borders