scapulohumeral

American  

[skap-yuh-loh-hyoo-mer-uhl, -yoo-] / ˌskæp yə loʊˈhyu mər əl, -ˈyu- /

adjective

Anatomy.

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

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Etymology

Origin of scapulohumeral

First recorded in 1830–40; scapulo- + humeral

Example Sentences

After-care consists in restriction of exercise and, if necessary, confining the subject in a sling and the application of a vesicant over the scapulohumeral region.

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In consequence of loss of power in the triceps and anterior brachial muscles, the arm is extended and straightened on the shoulder, the scapulohumeral angle is open, and the elbow depressed.

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The suprascapular nerve is rather frequently injured causing partial or complete loss of function of the structures supplied by this nerve, and abduction of the scapulohumeral joint naturally results.

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Where there is an active and painful inflammation of the prescapular lymph glands and contiguous structures, in some cases of "levator-humeri abscess," the scapulohumeral joint is extended.

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Infectious arthritis of the scapulohumeral joint the result of local causes other than produced by septic wounds, seldom causes serious inconvenience to the subject.

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