1. Arm injuries
Elise McCarthy

2. Elbow flexor Strain- Structures involved
Location: medial side of elbow
Pronator teres
medial epicondyle
Ulnar collateral ligament
pronator
Flexor carpi radialis

3. prevention Proper conditioning proper technique use braces
Predisposition: Chronic elbow injuries, history of repetitive overhead motion sports

4. Signs and symptoms Pain and tenderness on the medial side of elbow
a pop, tearing, or pulling sensation
swelling and bruising
Failure of to move elbow more than 90o
Tests used
Varus stress test
palpation of elbow

5. Treatment Surgical Non surgical reconstruction Anthroscopy
Physical therapy
change of throwing mechanics
anti inflammatory medicine

6. Elbow Quiz What are 3 methods of repairing an elbow flexor strain?
What are 3 signs and symptoms of an elbow flexor strain?
Name two structures involved in an elbow flexor strain?

7. Carpal tunnel Location median nerve effects fingers
controls sensation on the palmside for the thumb and all fingers except pinkey
effects fingers

8. Prevention
use of splints
stretching
correct finger posture

9. Causes Increased pressure on the tendons arthritis tendonitis
repetitive forceful movements

10. Signs and symptoms burning/ tingling
numbness in thumb, index, and middle finger
decrease in grip strength
symptoms often appear at night
swelling is not always apparent to the eye
stifness

11. Treatment rest for at least two weeks immobilizing wrist P.R.I.C.E.S
Surgery ( can take up to 6 months to fully recover)
Physical therapy

12. Quiz who is most susceptible to carpal tunnel syndrome?
where does this injury occur?
What are some treatment options?

13. sources c
class textbook
evaluation of orthopedic injuries