Elbow Joint

Question 1

What is the function of the radial collateral ligament and the anular ligament?

Answer 1

Holds the radial side of the elbow together and holds the rotating head of the radius in place against the ulna

Question 2

What forms the socket for the head of the radius to rotate?

Answer 2

The anular ligament and the trochlear notch

Question 3

Where does the radial collateral ligament stem from and with which ligament does it converge?

Answer 3

Stems from the lateral epicondyle

Fans out and becomes continuous with the anular ligament

Question 4

Where does the ulnar collateral ligament stem from and attach?

Answer 4

The medial epicondyle and fans out and attaches to the medial side of the trochlear notch

Question 5

What ligaments make up the elbow capsule?

Answer 5

Anular ligament, the radial collateral ligament and the ulnar collateral ligament