2022 Workshop Handout Bundle-Anatomy & Kinesiology of the Shoulder and Upper Limb

Anatomy & Kinesiology of the Shoulder and Upper Limb - Norbury

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This document provides an overview of the anatomy and kinesiology of the shoulder and upper limb. The objectives of the workshop include identifying the origins, insertions, actions, and innervations of various upper extremity muscles, performing manual muscle tests, reflex examinations, and sensory examinations of the upper extremity, and localizing nerve injuries based on examination findings.<br /><br />The document includes images and descriptions of the anatomy and actions of the upper trapezius, middle trapezius, and lower trapezius muscles, as well as the serratus anterior muscle. It also details the origins, insertions, actions, and innervations of muscles such as the extensor carpi radialis, pronator teres, flexor carpi radialis, flexor digitorum profundus, abductor pollicis brevis, and finger abductors.<br /><br />The document provides muscle tests for each muscle, which involve the patient performing specific movements while the examiner applies resistance or force. There are also clinical pearls and tips for proper muscle testing techniques.<br /><br />Additionally, the document discusses the scapulo-humeral rhythm and the role of various muscles in scapular movement. It highlights the importance of proper scapular movement in shoulder function and provides examples of how muscle weakness or paralysis can lead to abnormal scapular positioning and movement.<br /><br />The document also briefly touches on the use of neuromuscular ultrasound for evaluating scapular winging, with images illustrating how ultrasound can visualize the muscles involved in scapular movement.<br /><br />Overall, this document serves as a resource for understanding the anatomy and kinesiology of the shoulder and upper limb, as well as for performing muscle tests and evaluating scapular motion.

Keywords

anatomy

kinesiology

shoulder

upper limb

muscle tests

scapular movement

nerve injuries

muscle weakness

ultrasound visualization

sensory examinations