scapula

scapula Definition

scapu·la (skap′yə lə)

noun pl. -·lae′-lē′ or -·las

either of two flat, triangular bones in the back of the shoulders of humans, or a similar bone in other vertebrates; shoulder blade

Etymology: ModL < L (usually pl., scapulae), orig. prob. shovel (from use of the bone as a spade): for IE base see scaphoid

scapula Usage Examples

Converse of object

stabilize: Reverse flies Develops upper back and rear shoulder musculature and helps stabilize the scapula.
include: There are larger movements in the coupled motions, including scapula and trunk movements and, hence, it is a less pure movement.

Preposition: in

position: Keep the elbow tucked in against body and scapula in the neutral position.

Adjective modifier

right: The CB5 lead is another bipolar lead which has one electrode positioned at V5 and the other over the right scapula.
left: Comedian and tosspot Jim Davidson once auctioned his left scapula for charity, but received no takers.

Modifies a noun

fracture: Essentially, a high index of suspicion of scapula fractures should be applied to all major chest trauma.
muscle: The levator scapulae muscle inserts on the superior medial border and is specifically named for its function.
positioning: Correct scapula positioning when performing exercises: the correct position for the scapula ( shoulder blade ) is back and rotated down.

Noun used with modifier

levator: The levator scapulae muscle inserts on the superior medial border and is specifically named for its function.

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