Elbow, Forearm, Wrist, and Hand

Anatomy

100

Upper arm bone

humerus

200

Other name for ulnar nerve

funny bone

300

The bones that make up forearm

radius and ulna

400

Structure that connects muscle to bone

tendon

500

Structure that connects bone to bone

ligament

Injuries

100

When bones are out of place

dislocation

200

Another name for lateral epicondylitis

Tennis elbow

300

Injury that affects the inside of the elbow

medial epicondylitis

400

This injury involves swelling of a sac at the elbow tip

olecranon bursitis

500

This serious condition is caused by loss of blood flow in the forearm

Volkmann's contracture

Treatment

100

RICE stands for...

Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation

200

Something used to keep bone in place

splint or cast

300

Medical assistance that helps you regain strength after injury

physical therapy

400

This may be needed for severe fractures

surgery

500

This reduces swelling and pain

ice