Elbow/Forearm Flashcards

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Medial collateral ligament

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Reinforces medial aspect of joint capsule

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Lateral collateral ligament

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Reinforces lateral aspect of joint capsule

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Annular ligament

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  • Encircles head of radius
  • Keeps the head of the radius against the ulna
  • Reinforces anterior aspect of joint capsule
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Interosseus membrane

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  • Maintains positions of radius and ulna
  • Attachment site for hand muscles
  • Oblique angle of fibers
  • Transmits on the hand through the distal radius to the proximal ulna
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