ROMs
The angle between your upper arm and forearm during elbow flexion
decreases
The three elbow bones
humerus, radius, ulna
elbow contusion MOI
direct blow
Rotation of the forearm and hand so that the palm faces up.
Supination
larger of the two epicondyles
medial epicondyle
what type of injury is an elbow dislocation
acute
Radial deviation occurs on
the thumb side of the wrist
where in the elbow does tennis elbow occur
the lateral epicondyle
what type of injury involves inflammation caused by overuse
epicondylitis
Normal range of motion of the elbow
approximately 0 extension and 140 flexion
where is the olecranon bursa located
beneath the skin at the elbow's bony tip
How might olecranon bursitis affect the elbow
may cause pain, swelling, and point tenderness
normal range of motion for forearm supination and pronation
0-80
the medial epicondyle serves as the axis for rotation of the
ulna on the humerus
what might decreased throwing ability and pain on the inside of the elbow indicate
ulnar collateral ligament sprain