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scapulohumeral

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scapulohumeral /scap·u·lo·hu·mer·al/ (-hu´mer-al) pertaining to the scapula and humerus.
scap·u·lo·hu·mer·al (skpy-l-hymr-l)
adj.
Of, characterizing, or affecting the scapula and the humerus.
scapulohumeral
[-ōhyo̅o̅′mərəl]
Etymology: L, scapula + humerus, shoulder
pertaining to the area around the scapula and humerus.
scapulohumeral [skap″u-lo-hu´mer-al]
pertaining to the scapula and humerus.
scapulohumeral
pertaining to the scapula and humerus.
scapulohumeral joint
shoulder joint.
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Any abnormality in the normal position or motion of the scapula during coupled scapulohumeral movements is termed scapular dyskinesis.
Injuries to the shoulder in athletes by Andrews, James R. / Southern Medical Journal
Here the technique is addressing a contributing factor (for example, increased scapulothoracic or scapulohumeral muscle tone) that, in turn, may reduce the load on the glenohumeral source(s) of the symptoms.
Clinical evaluation, diagnosis and passive management of the shoulder ... by Magarey, Mary E.; Jones, Mark A. / New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy
 
 
 
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