Q38 Pronation

Question 1

Name the joints at which this movement occurs

Answer 1

Superior and inferior radio ulnar joints (interosseous radio ulnar joint)

Question 2

State the type of joints

Answer 2

Sup and Inf Radio ulnar joints are Synovial pivots. Interosseous joint is fibrous

Question 3

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Briefly describe the movement of forearm pronation</p>

Answer 3

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Distal end of the Radius crosses over the ulna taking the hand into pronation so with the elbow flexed the hand faces downwards</p>

Question 4

Name the muscles that produce pronation

Answer 4

Pronator Teres, pronator Quadratus, Brachioradialis

Question 5

Give 2 functional activities in which this movement is important

Answer 5

Pouring from a jug, unscrewing screws, playing piano, typing