Acromion Process

Check position of acromion process in relation to plumb line

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  • Middle of the acromion process is on plumb line

You See

  • Middle of acromion is anterior to plumb line
  • Middle of acromion is posterior to plumb line

Likely Cause

For middle of acromion is anterior to plumb line

  • Scapula is protracted
  • Spine is flexed
  • Forward posture

For middle of acromion is posterior to plumb line

  • Scapula is retracted
  • Sway back
  • Lack of thoracic kyphosis

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