Exam 7: The Biomechanics of the Human Upper Extremity

Which scapula muscles perform as stabilizers during crutch walking?

Which of the following acts on more than 1 digit?

The acromion process is a landmark on which bone?

Which of the following secretes synovial fluid to lessen friction between soft tissues around joints?

Which of the following originates on the scapula?

The anatomical name for the elbow joint is the ___________________ joint.

Overuse of the wrist extensors can cause what?

To best isolate the brachialis (reduce the effectiveness of the other flexors), perform arm curls with the forearm in what position?

Movement of the hand at the wrist toward the thumb side of the arm (frontal plane) is known as which of the following?

The humeroulnar, humeroradial, and proximal radioulnar joints are the three articulations present at which joint?

Describe carpal tunnel syndrome, including affected area, symptoms and probable causes.

Where do the wrist flexors originate?

Describe the two types of epicondylitis, including common names, involved muscles, symptoms and probable causes.

Which of the following muscles does not attach the scapula to the spine?

The rotator cuff muscle which is located between the scapula and the thorax is the supraspinatus.

Which of the following is not a rotator cuff muscle?

Scapulohumeral rhythm involves ________ of the scapula and ________ of the humerus.

Muscles with one attachment proximal to the wrist and the other attachment distal to the wrist are called ___________________ muscles.

Which of the following groups are vulnerable to carpal tunnel syndrome?

Muscles on the anterior side of the arm produce flexion at which of the following?