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explain the actual connections of the scapulothoracic joint
not a true anatomical joint, but an interface where ventral surface of scap slides on convex thoracic cage
what is the movement of the upper extremity dependent on
the scapula being stabilized on the thorax by the musculature joining the scapula to the thoracic cage (serratus anterior)
the scap can be thought of as the ____ of the UE
anchor for the UE
what is the role of the scap
dual: mobility and stability
what are the dysfunctions of the scap/thoracic joint
any number of muscle dysfunctions including: atrophy, hypertrophy, muscle imbalance, abnormal muscle tone
what are the S and S of dysfunction of scap/thoracic joint
1) pain of the posterior shoulder region
2) impingement of the RC
3) abnormal scapulohumeral rhythm
what is the treatment for scap/thoracic joint dysfunction
based on findings of examination: ROM, Strengthening, posture reeducation, movement reeducation, and fux the scapular movement to decrease pain in GH
what are the 4 basic elements to consider when discussing the scap/thoracic joint
1) consider action of each muscle that attaches to the scap (and their upward and downward rotatory roles)
2) proper scapular position is one of relative adduction and depression (prayer stretch)
3) proper scapular position in sitting starts with proper seat height and lumbar position
4) proper position, movmemnt, and control of the scap is needed for proper glenohumeral motion
what is resting position for the GH joint
55 degrees ABD and 35 degrees horizontal ADD
what is the close packed position for the GH
full abduction and ER
what is the capsular pattern for GH
ER, ABD, IR
what is the arthrology of the GH
synovial joint between the large convex humreal head and small concave glenoid fossa
the design of the GH favors ____ and the expense of ____
favors movement at the expense of stability
what are the passive stabilizers of the GH joint
1) Bony (labrum) congruency
(poor)
2) gh ligaments (only provide stability at end of range of motion
3) negative joint pressure (small contribution)
4) upwared orientation of the glenoid (small contribution)
what are the active stabilizers of the GH
muscles!!!! rotator cuffs--- mid and end range stability
what are the two most common orthopedic problems associated with the GH joint
1) rotator cuff injuries
2) GH instability/dislocation
wha tare hte rotator cup muscles
supraspinatus, terries minor, infraspinatus, subscapularis, long head of biceps
what is the action of the supraspinatus
abduction and ER
what is the action of the infraspinatus
horizontal abduction and ER
what is the action of the teres minor
horizontal abduction and ER
what is the action of the subscap
IR
what is the action of the long head of the biceps
forward flexion
what is the #1 role of the rotatot cuff muscles
primary mover (concentric action)
ER: infraspinatus, teres minor, supraspinatus
IR: subscap
Abduction: supraspinatus
Flexion: long head of biceps
what is the #2 role of the rotator cuff muscles
control (deceleration) of movement (eccentric action)
give an example of the importance of the RC muscles in decelerating movement through eccentric action
max velocity for IR of the shoulder in a professional pitcher is >7000degrees/sec which must be stpped in a very small amount of time by the External rotators
what is the #3 role of the rotator cuff muscles
humeral head depressor
- RC counteracts the deltoid action which can cause an upward migration of the humerus
what is the #4 role of the RC
dynamic stabilizer of the GH joint
how is dynamic stability achieved at the GH joint (by RC muscles)
by creating compressive forces across the GH joint --> keeps head of humerus in the center of the glenoid fossa during movement so it doesnt "slip" or "distract"
what is the #4 role of the RC
dynamic stabilizer of the GH joint
the dynamic stability of the GH by the RC requires resisting extreme forces of .....
distraction and shear (as in throwers)
how is dynamic stability achieved at the GH joint (by RC muscles)
by creating compressive forces across the GH joint --> keeps head of humerus in the center of the glenoid fossa during movement so it doesnt "slip" or "distract"
describe the forces in throwing
anterior shear force of humeral head on glenoid at extreme of cocking phase = 40% BW

Distractino force of GHJ during follow-through is 80% BW (in prof. pitchers)
the dynamic stability of the GH by the RC requires resisting extreme forces of .....
distraction and shear (as in throwers)
what are the two inherent problems of the RC
impingement syndrome and tension overload of the RC
describe the forces in throwing
anterior shear force of humeral head on glenoid at extreme of cocking phase = 40% BW

Distractino force of GHJ during follow-through is 80% BW (in prof. pitchers)
explain RC involvement in impingement syndrome
RC located in subacromial space and can therefore be impinged between acromion/coracoacromial arch and greater tuberosity
what are the two inherent problems of the RC
impingement syndrome and tension overload of the RC
what leads to tension overload of the RC
the GH joint is relatively unstable and relies heavily on dynamic stabilizers for its stability
explain RC involvement in impingement syndrome
RC located in subacromial space and can therefore be impinged between acromion/coracoacromial arch and greater tuberosity
where does the supraspinatus become impinged
between the greater tubercle and undersurface of the acromion and coracoacromial ligament
what leads to tension overload of the RC
the GH joint is relatively unstable and relies heavily on dynamic stabilizers for its stability
when is supraspinatus impingement especially detrimental
where there is repetitive overhead movement of the shoulder
where does the supraspinatus become impinged
between the greater tubercle and undersurface of the acromion and coracoacromial ligament
what are the borders of the "canal" that the supraspinatus runs through
posteior = spine of scap
anterior = coracoid process
superior = coracoacromial lig. and acromion
when is supraspinatus impingement especially detrimental
where there is repetitive overhead movement of the shoulder
what are the borders of the "canal" that the supraspinatus runs through
posteior = spine of scap
anterior = coracoid process
superior = coracoacromial lig. and acromion
what action is the most liekly to impinge the supraspinatus
abduction performed while the humerus is internally rotated
any disfunction in the RC role in what two motions will cause impingement
initiation of Abduction and downward displacement of the humeral head`
what are the three anatomical predisposing factors leading to rotator cuff tear/impingement
1) anatomical configuration of the region
2) abnormal shape of the acromion
3) realative avascular area exits in the RC
what are the 3 different types of acromions that have been defined
1: flat acromion
2: curved acromion
3: hooked acromion
what type of acromion has been shown to have the greatest incidence of tendinitis and RC tears
hooked acromion (note: conservative treatment is less effective!)
when is a radiograph for the acrmioin indicated
when conservative treatment is not resulting in improvement of the condition- to determine the shape of the acromion --- most likely a hooked acromion because least likely to respond to conservative tx
what is the critical zone
area where avascular area and area of impingement are located
what physiological changes are caused by the avascularity
1)the tendon of the RC has tendency to degenerate over time
2)decreased potential for healing
where is the most impaired vascular supply in the RC
supraspinatus and subscap when they are activated (creating tension) and weight of arm causes traction on tendons
what occurs when the shoulder is held adducted along our side
passive traction in the tendon --> ischemic region (note active tension can do this too)
what do we recommend to prevent the ischemia due to arm adducted to our side
hand in pocket--- slightly abducts the arm and decreases the tension on the tendons