Omuz
Omuz is the Turkish term for the shoulder region, encompassing the joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons that connect the upper limb to the torso. In anatomy, the shoulder includes the glenohumeral joint and its supporting structures, enabling a wide range of arm movements while bearing loads.
Anatomy: The shoulder girdle comprises the clavicle, scapula, and proximal humerus. The glenohumeral joint is a
Movement and function: The shoulder permits flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, internal and external rotation, and circumduction.
Clinical relevance: Common conditions include dislocation of the glenohumeral joint, rotator cuff tears and tendinopathies, impingement,
Etymology: In Turkish, omuz means shoulder. The term is used for the anatomical region as well as