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Physical Examinations III
Elbow Injury Checks and Stability Tests
Description
The elbow is a hinge joint made by the humerus, radius, and ulna. It is more stable than the shoulder, so it has less range of motion. The elbow and nearby structures can still be injured, especially with repetitive motion.
Lateral epicondylitis and medial epicondylitis are two common elbow probl...
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Transcript
The elbow joint enables mobility of the upper extremities and allows precise control of the hand's position in space.
The anatomy of the elbow is complex. It is a hinged joint formed by articulations between three bones: humerus, radius, and ulna. It is stabilized by the lateral and medial collateral ligament complexes.
The muscles i...
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