scapulohumeral

[ skap-yuh-loh-hyoo-mer-uhlor, often, -yoo- ]

adjective

, Anatomy.

1. of, relating to, or involving the scapula and humerus.

Word History and Origins

Origin of scapulohumeral¹

First recorded in 1830–40; scapulo- + humeral

Example Sentences

According to Moller, luxation is generally due to excessive flexion of the scapulohumeral joint.

From Project Gutenberg

This synovial bursa forms a smooth groove through which the biceps brachii glides in the anterior scapulohumeral region.

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Immobility of the scapulohumeral joint is noticeable when one attempts to passively move the parts.

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