scapula

Structure

• a large triangular flattened bone lying over the ribs posteriorly on either side
• the coracoid & acromial processes form part of the superior region of the scapula

Articulation

• articulates laterally with the clavicle at the acromioclavicular joint & the humerus at the glenohumeral joint.
• it forms functional articulation with the chest wall, the scapulothoracic articulation.

More general terms

• bone

More specific terms

• angle of scapula (inferior/superior)
• glenoid cavity of scapula; glenoid fossa
• spine of scapula
• suprascapular/scapular notch

Components

• acromion