Elbow Dislocation Flashcards
1
Q
Articulating bones
A
- Hinge joint
- Articulating bones:
humerus
radius
ulna of the forearm.
2
Q
ligaments
A
-ulnar collateral ligament
-radial collateral ligament
-lateral ulnar collateral ligament
3
Q
joint type
A
hinge joint
4
Q
types of movement
A
- flexion
- extension
- pronation
- supernation
5
Q
Mechanism of injury
A
when an anterior force is applied to the posterior aspect of the extended elbow - hyperextension
6
Q
Predisposing factors
A
- contact sports
- weakened ligaments
eg. Elhers-dalnas syndrome , hyper mobility
-previous injury (weak ligaments)
7
Q
Rehabilitation / treatment
A
- increase ROM by elbow extension and flexion by:
-bicep curls
-triceps extension
- forearm rotations
- grip strengthening exersices
- recovery 6 weeks
8
Q
General information
A
- elbow provides flexion and extension of the lower arm.
- recovery takes 6 weeks to heal
