| scapula | A large, flat, triangular bone that forms the posterior portion of the shoulder. It articulates with the clavicle (at the acromion process) and the humerus (at the glenoid). (27 Sep 1997) |
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| scapula alata | <anatomy> An outward prominence of the scapula caused by disruption of its nerves or muscles. (27 Sep 1997) |
| scapula elevata | Congenital elevation of the scapula. Synonym: scapula elevata. (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapulalgia | Rarely used term meaning pain in the shoulder blades. Synonym: scapulodynia. Origin: scapula + G. Algos, pain (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapular | <anatomy> Of or pertaining to the scapula or the shoulder Scapular arch, a definite longitudinal area over the shoulder and along each side of the back of a bird, from which the scapular feathers arise. Origin: Cf. F. Scapulaire. Cf. Scapulary. <zoology> One of a special group of feathers which arise from each of the scapular regions and lie along the sides of the back. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| scapular line | A vertical line passing through the inferior angle of the scapula. Synonym: linea scapularis. (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapular notch | A notch on the superior border of the scapula through which the suprascapular nerve passes. Synonym: incisura scapulae, suprascapular notch. (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapular reflex | Contraction of the upper muscles of the back by stimulation between the scapulae. Synonym: interscapular reflex. (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapular region | The area of the back corresponding to the outlines of the scapula. Synonym: regio scapularis. (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapulary | 1. A loose sleeveless vestment falling in front and behind, worn by certain religious orders and devout persons. The name given to two pieces of cloth worn under the ordinary garb and over the shoulders as an act of devotion. 2. <surgery> A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it, or to retain another bandage in place. Origin: F. Scapulaire, LL. Scapularium, scapulare, fr. L.scapula shoulder blade. <zoology> Same as 2d and 3d Scapular. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| scapulectomy | Excision of the scapula. Origin: scapula + G. Ektome, excision (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapulet | <zoology> A secondary mouth fold developed at the base of each of the armlike lobes of the manubrium of many rhizostome medusae. Origin: Dim. Of scapula. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| scapulo- | <prefix> A combining form used in anatomy to indicate connection with, or relation to, the scapula or the shoulder; as, the scapulo-clavicular articulation, the articulation between the scapula and clavicle. (29 Oct 1998) |
| scapuloclavicular | Synonym: acromioclavicular. Synonym: coracoclavicular. (05 Mar 2000) |
| scapulocostal syndrome | <syndrome> Pain of insidious development in the upper or posterior part of the shoulder radiating into the neck and occiput, down the arm, or around the chest; there may be numbness or tingling in the fingers; attributed to an alteration from the normal relationship between the scapula and posterior wall of the thorax. (05 Mar 2000) |