If the Posterior Aspect of the Head of the Humerus

question 37

Multiple Choice

If the posterior aspect of the head of the humerus hits the front of the glenoid hard enough at the time of dislocation, an indentation on the posterior humeral head can be observed on an x-ray.This is called a ____ lesion.

• A) Hill-Sachs
• B) Neer
• C) labrum
• D) Gilcrist

---

Definitions:

Transverse Foramina

Holes in the transverse processes of the cervical vertebrae through which the vertebral artery passes to supply blood to the brain.

Cervical Vertebrae

The seven vertebrae that form the upper part of the spine in the neck region.

First Cervical

Referring to the first cervical vertebra (C1), also known as the atlas, which supports the skull and enables head movements.

Atlas

The first cervical vertebra of the spine, supporting the skull and allowing the head to nod and rotate.