Lateral epicondyle of the humerus
| Lateral epicondyle of the humerus | |
|---|---|
supinator. (Lateral epicondyle labeled at upper right.) | |
 Left elbow-joint, showing posterior and radial collateral ligaments. (Lateral epicondyle visible at center.) | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | epicondylus lateralis humeri |
| TA98 | A02.4.04.029 |
| TA2 | 1209 |
| FMA | 23442 |
| Anatomical terms of bone] | |
The lateral epicondyle of the humerus is a large,
birds, where the arm is somewhat rotated compared to other tetrapods, it is termed dorsal epicondyle of the humerus. In comparative anatomy, the term ectepicondyle is sometimes used.[2]
A common injury associated with the lateral epicondyle of the humerus is lateral epicondylitis also known as tennis elbow. Repetitive overuse of the forearm, as seen in tennis or other sports, can result in inflammation of "the tendons that join the forearm muscles on the outside of the elbow. The forearm muscles and tendons become damaged from overuse. This leads to pain and tenderness on the outside of the elbow."[3]
See also
Additional images
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Right lateral epicondyle colored in red -
Left humerus. Anterior view. -
Plan of ossification of the humerus. -
Posterior surface of the forearm. Superficial muscles. -
Posterior surface of the forearm. Deep muscles.
References
This article incorporates text in the public domain from page 212 of the 20th edition of Gray's Anatomy (1918)
- ISBN 9780073378251.
- S2CID 23264757.
- ^ "Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)". OrthoInfo. American Academy of Orthpedic Surgeons. Retrieved 9 December 2013.
External links
- Anatomy figure: 07:02-03 at Human Anatomy Online, SUNY Downstate Medical Center
- Slim Golf Blog - Treating & Preventing Golfer's Elbow
- radiographsul at The Anatomy Lesson by Wesley Norman (Georgetown University) (xrayelbow)
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