Elbow Flashcards
1
Q
Carrying angle
A
larger for females- about 13-16 degrees (male 11-14)
2
Q
Elbow capsule
A
thin but strong- does not respond well to injury or immobilization- scar tissue can form resulting in flexion contractures
3
Q
ulnar collateral ligament
A
triangular ligament
three components: anterior band, posterior band, transfers
-provides stability against valgus stress especially between 20-130 degrees of motion
4
Q
anterior band ulnar collateral ligament
A
strongest and stiffest
stabilizes valgus between 20-120
stabilizes primarily in EXTENSION
5
Q
posterior band
A
weakest band
taut beyond 55 degrees FLEXION
6
Q
transverse band
A
deepens socket for trochlea
