title: Elbow disorders and injuries.
abstract: The elbow is a complex joint that supports forearm movement and consequently is at risk for various injuries and disorders. Elbow disorders can range from chronic to acute problems, many of which can be debilitating. This article explains the functional anatomy of the elbow joint and discusses the most common elbow disorders and injuries. It also presents the most common diagnostic imaging choices, along with typical acquisition methods.
authors.affiliation: Pioneer Memorial Hospital & Health Services, Viborg, South Dakota, USA.
authors.forename: Matthew E
authors.initials: ME
authors.lastname: Berry
mesh_terms: D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000379:methods*; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed / Q000379:methods*; D000092464:Elbow Injuries