KINE 1301 - The Elbow Region

The ___ is where the humerus meets the radius and ulna.

• shoulder

• forearm

• elbow

• ball and socket

What are the three bones of the elbow? (Select all that apply)

• humerus

• radius

• ulna

• forearm

The humeroulnar joint is a ____ joint.

• gliding

• hinge

• ball and socket

• saddle

What is the main joint of the elbow?

• humeroulnar joint

• humeroradial joint

• proximal radioulnar joint

• humerus proximal radioulnar joint

Which muscles are responsible for bending the elbow?

• flexors

• extensors

• pronators

• supinators

Which muscles are responsible for straightening the elbow?

• flexors

• extensors

• pronators

• supinators

Which muscles are responsible for turning the palm down?

• flexors

• extensors

• pronators

• supinators

Which muscles are responsible for turning the palm up?

• flexors

• extensors

• pronators

• supinators

The elbow's primary movement - flexion and extension - are facilitated by the ___ structure of the humeroulnar joint.

• hinge

• sliding

• gliding

• ball and socket

What is the cause of Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) injury??

• repeated gripping or wrist extension movements

• repeated wrist flexion or forearm movements

• sudden impacts

• Overuse or repetitive throwing motions