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winged scapula
Etiology:
- serratus anterior weakness
- rhomboids may be weak
- facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
- pectoralis minor may be short
Epidemiology:
- normal posture in young children, but not older children or adults
Clinical manifestations:
- medial border or inferior angle of the scapul protudes backward
- complete flexion or external rotation of the shoulder may restricted
Management:
- preventative/corrective exercises
- scapulopexy
General
musculoskeletal disease/disorder
References
- Common Postural Deficiencies
Winged Scapula
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