title: Anatomy and biomechanics of the elbow.
abstract: The elbow is a complex, highly constrained joint that provides critical range of motion to the upper extremity needed for performing the normal activities of daily living. The elbow is protected by a fortress of individual static and dynamic constraints that function together to provide stability. Knowing the identity and specific functions of each stabilizing structure facilitates appropriate diagnosis and treatment of the acutely injured elbow.
authors: Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Penn State College of Medicine, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, 500 University Drive, Hershey, PA 17033-0850, USA.
authors: Chris D
authors: CD
authors: Bryce
authors: April D
authors: AD
authors: Armstrong
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000502:physiology; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000502:physiology; D011403:Pronation / Q000502:physiology; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular / Q000502:physiology; D013484:Supination / Q000502:physiology