Axilla, Arm and Elbow Flashcards
Anterior border of Axilla
Pectoralis Major and Pectoralis Minor
Posterior border of Axilla
Subscapularis, Latissimus Dorsi and Teres Major - scapula
Medial Border of Axilla
Ribs 1-4 and intercostal spaces
Lateral Border of Axilla
Intertubercular groove of humerus
Base of Axilla
Skin and Fascia of Arm
Apex of Axilla
Convergence of Clavicle, Scapula and Rib 1
Contents of the Axilla
Axillary Artery, Axillary Vein, Lymphatics and Brachial Plexus
Articulations involved in the Elbow Joint?
Humeroulnar - Hinge
Humeroradial - Modified Hinge
Proximal - Radioulnar
Function of Annular Ligament?
Encircle head of radius and keep it against the ulna
Monteggia Fracture
dislocation of proximal radioulnar joint with a forearm fracture
Lateral collateral ligament function?
Protects against medial deviation of forearm
Medial collateral ligament function?
Protects against lateral deviation of forearm; Medial epicondyle of humerus to coronoid and olecranon process
CRTU
Capitulum of humerus with radius
Trochela of humerus with ulna
Supination
Radial head spins on capitulum
Name the Anterior Compartment Arm muscles
Biceps Brachii
Brachialis
**Coracobrachialis = intrinsic shoulder muscle