Arm, Forearm, & Hand

Question 1

How is the carrying angle defined and what is it composed of?

Answer 1

Carrying Angle: Angle between the Axis of the Humerus & Axis of the Forearm.

Question 2

What is the normal carrying angle for Males & Females?

Answer 2

Men: 5*
Females: 10-15*

Question 3

What is the purpose of the carrying angle?

Answer 3

It allows the forearms and hands to clear hips when swinging during walking

Question 4

What is one of the principles governing the elbow joint regarding its’ motions?

Answer 4

The primary SD of the elbow joints are found in its gliding motions and not in its major motions (ex: Flexion & extension)

Question 5

A somatic dysfunction of the elbow joint is primarily what?

Answer 5

Primary: Ulnohumeral joint.
Secondar: Radiohumeral joint

Question 6

With wrist adduction what coupled motion of the Ulna is there?

Answer 6

Wrist adduction –> Ulnar abduction

Question 7

With wrist abduciton what coupled motion of the ulna is there?

Answer 7

Wrist abduction –> Ulnar adduction

Question 8

What is the reference point for naming dysfunction of the forearm?

Answer 8

it is the distal ulna

Question 9

What motion of the radius is coupled with supination?

Answer 9

Radial head Anterior Glide

Question 10

What coupled motion of the radial head is associated with pronation?

Answer 10

Coupled Motion: Posterior Glide of the Radial Head