Elbow

Question 1

What is the primary source of stability in the elbow?

Answer 1

Ulna (olecranon)

Question 2

How many planes of movement does the elbow have?

Answer 2

One

Question 3

Nearly all issues with the elbow boil down to one of two things, which are?

Answer 3

Instability and Stiffness

Question 4

Valgus (what ligament?)

Answer 4

MCL
(Michael and Gus loves guns)

Question 5

Varus (what ligament?)

Answer 5

LCL
(Lucille has her hands in her lap like a lady)

Question 6

Which stress is more common, varus or valgus?

Answer 6

Varus
(Lucille gets stressed often; LCL)

Question 7

Which stressor is typical for throwing athletes?

Answer 7

Acute valgus stress
(Michael is a fast pitcher; MCL)

Question 8

How to treat elbow instability?

Answer 8

Splint/Immobilize first, then follow standard ROM progression (PROM, AROM, Resistance)

Question 9

What is unique about treating elbows during AROM?

Answer 9

Lie supine, shoulder flexed 90 degrees, pronated forearm (think Egyptian elbows)
-Use this position of maximum stability to begin AROM