Elbow Joint
Elbow
joint is a hinge type of synovial joint. It moves in one direction (Flexion and
extension).
It
is the joint between the lower end of the humerus and the upper end of radius and ulna (Articulation
of the trochlea of the humerus with the ulna and capitulum of the humerus with the head
of a radius).
Ligaments of Elbow Joint:
1. RCL (Radial collateral ligament)
2. UCL (Ulnar collateral
ligament)
3. Annular ligament
Location of ligaments:
1. The Ulnar collateral ligament
is located in the medial or inner side of the elbow.
2. The Radial collateral
ligament is located in the lateral or outer side of the elbow.
3. The annular ligament is
around the head of the radius attached with the ulna.
Bursa’s in Elbow
1. Olecranon Bursa