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14 Cards in this Set
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What 2 articulations is the elbow joint composted of?
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Humeroulnar joint and the humeroradial joint
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What is the humeroradial joint classification?
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book says hinge, but notes say gliding.
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What is thhe single articular capsule that the humerradial joint, and the humeroulnar joint are enclosed within?
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Olecranon bursa
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Why is the elbow an extremely stable joint?
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articular capsule thick and protective, bony sufaces of the humerus and ulna interlock very well, multiple strong ligaments.
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Name the 3 ligaments of the elbow.
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Radial (lateral) collateral ligament, ulnar (medial) collateral ligament, and the anular ligament
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Which ligament surrounds the head of the radius and binds the proximal head of the radius to the ulna. It also helps to old the head of the radius in place?
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Anular ligament
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Which ligament of the elbow joint stabilizes the medial side of the joint?
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ulnar medial collateral ligament
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Which ligament of the elbow stabilizes the lateral surface?
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Radial (lateral) collateral ligament
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What is subluxation?
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incomplete dislocation, in which the contact between the bony joint surfaces is altered, but they are still in partial contact.
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What is the term for subluxation of the radius?
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pulled, nursemaid's elbow, or silipped elbow.
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How do you treat nursemaid's elbow?
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Apply posterior placed pressure to the head of the radius while slowly supinating and extending the child's forearm.
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Which ligament is typically associated with nursemaid's elbow?
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Anular ligament.
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What can be damaged in young pitchers immediately after throwing the ball?
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The head of the radius forcefully collides with the capitulum
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What is one of the causes of little league elbow?
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The head of the radius forcefully collides with the capitulum
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