Superior-RadioUlnar Joint Flashcards
1
Q
what ligament holds the humeral head in place?
A
GlenoHumeral ligaments
2
Q
which carpal bones articulate with the radius?
A
scaphoid
Lunate
3
Q
What is the blood supply to the scaphoid? What implications may a fracture have on its blood supply?
A
Blood is supplied by the radial artery (palmar and dorsal branches)
Blood enters distally, In the event of a fracture blood supply to the proximal region may be compromised causing avascular necrosis.
