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3 lis 2023 · Based on their location, the shoulder muscles are grouped into: Anterior axio-appendicular muscles (thoraco-appendicular muscles) Posterior axio-appendicular muscles (scapulo-humeral muscles) This page will introduce you to the anatomy and function of the shoulder muscles.
Deep to the pectoralis major muscle lies a group of associated muscles and fascia: the clavipectoral fascia, the subclavius and pectoralis minor muscles (Fig. 11). The costocoracoid fascia is that part of the clavipectoral fascia which is situated superomedial to the pectoralis minor muscle.
The shoulder joint is functionally and structurally complex and is composed of bone, hyaline cartilage, labrum, ligaments, capsule, tendons and muscles. It links the trunk to the upper limb and plays an important biomechanical role in daily activities. Indications for imaging of the shoulder have considerably increased in the last few years.
Shoulder girdle Cingulum membri superioris: scapula + clavicule • Fixing the "free" upper limb (membrum liberum superius) to the trunk (thorax) • The movement of the bones of shoulder girdle will change their angle with each other • Their displacements will increase the range of motion in the shoulder joint Sobotta Yokochi
We may explore the anatomy of the shoulder [1–3] in layers, starting from the deep- est and moving onto the most superficial: • Bones • Joint capsule and ligaments • Muscles and their tendons • Subcutaneous tissue and skin When considering the shoulder, the bones to describe are the: • Scapula • Humerus • Clavicle • Thoracic wall • Ster...
8 sie 2023 · The muscles of the shoulder play a critical role in providing stability to the shoulder joint. The primary muscle group that supports the shoulder joint is the rotator cuff muscles. The four rotator cuff muscles include the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis.
Functional Anatomy of the Shoulder gives the shoulder surgeon a fresh look and feel for shoulder anato-my. The endless energy and the inquisitive nature that characterise Dr. Di Giacomo and his team are evi-dent in every dissection and image in this book.
