Functional Anatomy of the Elbow
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
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Elbow Structure[edit | edit source]
Three bones makes up the elbow joint: the distal end of humerus and the proximal ends of ulna and radius. The ulna and the radius are both forearm bones which form the wrist joint at their distal end.
The distal end of humerus
The proximal radius consists of the radial head, neck and tuberosity:
- The radial head is cylindrical which articulates with the capitellum of the humerus. The head rotates within the annular ligament to produce supination and pronation of the forearm.
- The neck and tuberosity support the head and provide points of attachments for supinator brevis and biceps brachii
The proximal ulna
Bones, Articulations and Kinematics of the Elbow[edit | edit source]
Bones and Articulations[edit | edit source]
Elbow Kinematics[edit | edit source]
Elbow Passive Range of Motion Assessment[edit | edit source]
Ligaments of the Elbow[edit | edit source]
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