Elbow Anatomy Quiz

What type of joint is the elbow joint?

• Ball and socket joint

• Hinge joint

• Pivot joint

• Saddle joint

Which bone is not part of the elbow joint?

• Radius

• Ulna

• Humerus

• Scapula

What is the common name for the injury "lateral epicondylitis"?

• Golfer's elbow

• Tennis elbow

• Pitcher's elbow

• Boxer's elbow

Which ligament is often injured in baseball pitchers due to repetitive throwing motions?

• Ulnar collateral ligament

• Radial collateral ligament

• Annular ligament

• Lateral ulnar collateral ligament

What is a common symptom of tennis elbow?

• Numbness in the elbow

• Swelling of the entire arm

• Pain on the outer part of the elbow

• Decreased range of motion in the shoulder

Which of the following is not a treatment option for tennis elbow?

• Rest and ice

• Corticosteroid injections

• Elbow replacement surgery

• Physical therapy

What is the primary function of the elbow joint?

• To provide rotation of the forearm

• To connect the hand to the shoulder

• To allow flexion and extension of the forearm

• To stabilize the wrist

Which muscle is primarily involved in tennis elbow?

• Biceps brachii

• Triceps brachii

• Extensor carpi radialis brevis

• Flexor carpi ulnaris

How can baseball players reduce their risk of elbow injuries?

• By avoiding throwing altogether

• By using a heavier bat

• By following proper throwing mechanics

• By wearing elbow pads

What role does the annular ligament play in the elbow joint?

• It connects the humerus to the ulna

• It stabilizes the shoulder joint

• It holds the radial head in place

• It prevents hyperextension of the elbow