scapulohumeral

[ skap-yuh-loh-hyoo-mer-uhl or, often, -yoo- ]

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

Origin of scapulohumeral

1
First recorded in 1830–40; scapulo- + humeral

Words Nearby scapulohumeral

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How to use scapulohumeral in a sentence

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

    Lameness of the Horse | John Victor Lacroix
  • This synovial bursa forms a smooth groove through which the biceps brachii glides in the anterior scapulohumeral region.

    Lameness of the Horse | John Victor Lacroix
  • Immobility of the scapulohumeral joint is noticeable when one attempts to passively move the parts.

    Lameness of the Horse | John Victor Lacroix