LG3.13 Joints of the Upper Extremity – Dr. Robinson Flashcards
1
Q
What is the relationship between joint stability and motility?
A
The more stable a joint the less motion, the more motion the less stable
2
Q
What is FOOSH?
A
- Fall on Outstreatched Hand
- Force transmitted to scaphoid and lunate
3
Q
What is the most commonly fractured carpal bone?
A
Scaphoid
4
Q
What is a Nursemaids elbow?
A
- Young child with traction injury of pronated forearm
- Child with pain refused to use affected arm
- Radial head slips out of annular ligament
5
Q
What are the characteristics of glenohumeral dislocation?
A
- Loss of deltoid contour
- Axillary nerve assesment
- Anterior most common
6
Q
What are the characteristics of shoulder separation?
A
- Pain, swelling, and bump on shoulder.
- Tender to palpation, increased with pain with shoulder elevation.
