Clinical Anatomy and Assessment of the Elbow

BACKGROUND: The elbow is a complex synovial hinge joint comprising of three articulations. Satisfactory function and stability are provided by bony and soft tissue stabilising structures. Injuries around the elbow joint are common. METHODS: A literature search was performed and the authors’ personal...

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Autores principales: Aquilina, Alexander L, Grazette, Andrew J
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Bentham Open 2017
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5721323/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29290874
http://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1874325001711011347
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Sumario:BACKGROUND: The elbow is a complex synovial hinge joint comprising of three articulations. Satisfactory function and stability are provided by bony and soft tissue stabilising structures. Injuries around the elbow joint are common. METHODS: A literature search was performed and the authors’ personal experiences reported. RESULTS: The article discusses the osseous and ligamentous anatomy around the elbow joint and their relevance when assessing and managing elbow injuries. CONCLUSION: Knowledge of the intricate anatomy around the elbow joint is essential to successfully assessing and managing elbow injuries and restoring good function.

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