The Elbow

Question 1

Origin, insertion and action of Triceps Brachii

Question 2

Origin, insertion and action of Anconeus

Question 3

Origin, insertion and action of Biceps Brachii

Question 4

Origin, insertion and action of Brachialis

Question 5

Origin, insertion and action of Pronator Quadratus

Question 6

Origin, insertion and action of Brachioradialis

Question 7

Origin, insertion and action of Supinator

Question 8

Origin, insertion and action of Pronator Teres

Question 9

What are the Stabilising features of the elbow?

Question 10

Identify and explain which other structures may be under stretch with the test for the lateral collateral ligament of the elbow.

Question 11

Identify and explain how shortness of biceps could affect active and passive movements at both the shoulder and the elbow.

Question 12

Identify and explain normal and abnormal findings of ligament testing of the medial collateral ligament of the elbow and how this can contribute to your reasoning

Question 13

What is the Close packed position of the elbow?

Question 14

Identify and explain the role of the flexor carpi radialis in radial deviation

Question 15

Identify and explain the other structures that insert around the lateral collateral ligament of the elbow.

Question 16

Identify and explain which structures limit normal movement of pronation.

Question 17

Identify and explain how shortness of extensor carpi ulnaris could affect active and passive movements at the elbow

Question 18

Identify and explain the muscles involved in elbow flexion.

Question 19

What is the longitudinal stretch for triceps and explain why this may show passive insufficiency?

Question 20

Identify and explain the end feel concept for elbow flexion and how this can contribute to your reasoning

Question 21

Identify and explain the attachments of pronator quadratus in detail

Question 22

What is the close packed position for the elbow joint

Question 23

Identify and explain the end feel for supination and how this can contribute to your clinical reasoning.

Question 24

Identify and explain which structures lie in close proximity to the medial humeral epicondyle.

Question 25

Identify and explain the stabilising features of the joint

Question 26

When testing the brachioradialis for length which other structures are also under stretch?

Question 27

Identify and explain which structures limit movement of elbow flexion.

Question 28

Identify and explain findings of the testing of the radial collateral ligament of the elbow and how this will influence your clinical reasoning. What other structures may be stretched during this test?

Question 29

State the range of movement for supination of the superior radioulnar joint and state which muscles are involved in this movement.

Question 30

Identify and explain the attachments of Brachioradialis.