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scapula 1. either of two large flat triangular bones, one on each side of the back part of the shoulder in man 2. the corresponding bone in most vertebrates scapula [′skap·yə·lə] (anatomy) The large, flat, triangular bone forming the back of the shoulder. Also known as shoulder blade. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| It also affects how the arms are going to move freely out of the scapula area of the back, which becomes your port de bras. In a rating decision dated May 24, 1946, Kressler was granted service connection for wounds to the left scapula (shoulder) muscle group at 30 percent disabling, the right forearm at 20 percent disabling and muscle group XV (thigh) at 20 percent disabling for a combined rating of 60 percent. Spoor regards that scapula as evidence of an "all-purpose" shoulder that allowed for climbing. |
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