Anatomy & structures
What are the three bones that make up the elbow joint?
Radius, ulna, and humerus.
This is another name for lateral epicondylitis
tennis elbow
This test is used to detect Lateral Epicondylitis.
Mill's test.
This is the major muscle that helps with elbow extension
Triceps brachii.
This is the beak-like projection of the proximal ulna
Olecranon process.
This is the medical term for a partial dislocation of the elbow joint commonly seen in children.
Nursemaid’s elbow (or radial head subluxation).
This is the non-bony indication of trauma found in elbow radiographs
Fat pads
This two-headed muscle not only flexes the elbow but is also a powerful supinator of the forearm.
biceps brachii
The radial head articulates with this depression of the humerus
Capitulum.
This is an isolated fracture of the ulna with associated dislocation of the radius.
Monteggia Fracture
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While the biceps gets all the glory, this muscle located deep to it is considered the "workhorse" and primary flexor of the elbow.
brachialis
This joint of the elbow has two degrees of freedom.
Humeroulnar joint.
This type of inflammation is a fluid-filled sac that reduces friction, often affecting the elbow.
Olecranon bursitis.
This is the position of the wrist during a lateral elbow exam
Lateral (neutral) position
This muscle is known as the "drinking muscle"
Brachioradialis
This ligament limits varus force in the elbow
Radial collateral ligament.
This condition involves irritation or pressure of the ulnar nerve
Cubital tunnel syndrome
This is the test used to detect Golfer's elbow
Medial epicondylitis test (or passive wrist extension/supination).
These are the two muscles that can pronate the forearm.
Pronator teres and pronator quadratus