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Human Body Biomechanics for Beginners: Part I: Shoulder Blades

This series is designed to give you a basic introduction to how various parts of your body move. Knowing these basics will help you become aware of your movements and move better.

Part I of this series will introduce you to your scapulae, commonly known as shoulder blades. The singular of scapulae is scapula.

Your scapulae are two triangular bones that rest on your upper back on either side of the thoracic spine. Each scapula slides on top of the ribcage. Together the scapulae and the ribcage create a sliding joint.

Note: Don't confuse "shoulder blade" movement with "shoulder . . .

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