Physical examination of the athlete's elbow. Review uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Elbow injury is encountered less frequently than are other joint conditions. The bony architecture, muscle, ligament, and nerve anatomy are complex, and the forces leading to injury in the athlete's elbow are unique. Appreciating the pathomechanics leading to injury and a detailed knowledge of elbow anatomy are the foundation for conducting a directed history and physical examination that achieves an accurate diagnosis. Recent advances in physical examination have improved our ability to accurately diagnose and treat athletic elbow disorders. This article reviews general and focused physical examination maneuvers of the elbow in a systematic anatomic fashion.

publication date

  • December 8, 2011

Research

keywords

  • Athletes
  • Athletic Injuries
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Pain
  • Physical Examination

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 84857932265

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1177/0363546511428869

PubMed ID

  • 22156170

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 40

issue

  • 3