Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Introduction Think of a list of all the anatomical structures of the Elbow/Forearm that you can recall from previous lessons. Record the list on paper and share with partner.

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Objectives: Recognize relevant skeletal anatomy for the elbow/ forearm.

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Terminology Epicondyle A bony protuberance located above a condyle that serves as an attachment point for muscle, ligament or tendon.

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Humerus Lateral Epicondyle Medial Epicondyle Radius Head Shaft Ulna Olecranon

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Lateral Ligaments Annular Ligament Radial Collateral Ligament Annular Ligament Right Radial Collateral Ligament

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Medial Ligaments Ulnar Collateral Ligament Right Annular Ligament Ulnar Collateral

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Joint Types Hinge one plane flexion, and extension Pivot rotation only

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Ulnar-Humeral Hinge: Flexion/Extension

Elbow/Forearm Skeletal Anatomy Radial-Humeral Pivot: Rotation (Pronation/Supination)