Shoulder Complex

Question 1

What are the bones and joint(s) of the shoulder girdle

Answer 1

-Scapula and Clavicle -sternoclavicular joint -acromioclavicular joint

Question 2

What are the bones and joint(s) of the shoulder

Answer 2

-scapula and humerus -glenohumeral joint

Question 3

What does the shoulder complex consist of?

Answer 3

The shoulder girdle* and shoulder -Shoulder girdle = SC and AC joints (scapula & clavicle) -Shoulder = GH joint (scapula & humerus) -scapulothoracic articulation *shoulder girdle and shoulder complex are sometimes interchangeable terms

Question 4

Shoulder girdle: SC Classification & Joint type

Answer 4

Synovial joint - saddle joint allows for multi-directional movement