ELBOW INJURIES
What are the classifications for sprains of the elbow?
1st, 2nd, 3rd
which muscle is primarily responsible for flexion of the elbow?
Bicep
How is blood flow to the elbow assessed?
Capillary refill, through nerves and blood cells that pass through small spaces,
What are the three mechanisms of an elbow injury?
Direct impact, hyper extension, overuse, valgus stress
Which way is the palm facing for pronator?
Down
The elbow is composed of which bones?
Humorous, radius, ulna
After a pitcher makes numerous throws, he or she should do it hat to prevent elbow injury?
Mild stretching, alter activity
The basic treatment for the elbow sprains and strains is ______
PRICE
Which muscle is a extensor?
Triceps
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the extension of the elbow?
Triceps
Which bone has a hook?
Ulna
Which way is the palm facing for supinator?
Up
Which muscle is a supinator?
biceps brachii
Little League elbow involves the ________ epicondyle
medial
The ______ side of the elbow is injured by overhand throwing
medial
A physician drains the _________ _______ of the elbow
olecramon bursa
A muscle that creates movement at more than one joint is known as a _________ muscle.
two joint
The _____ ______ ligament in the elbow is the one most prone to strains
ulnar collateral
Which ligament supports the medial aspect of the elbow?
ulnar collateral ligament