License Image The proximal radioulnar joint is the joint formed by the head of the radius, the annular ligament and the ulna. The band-like annular ligament circles the head of the radius where it fits snugly into the radial notch of the ulna. This joint allows a rotary movement of the head of the radius. The action […]
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Elbow Joint
License Image lateral view The elbow joint is a hinge joint composed of three bones: the humerus, the radius and the ulna. In this image the capitulum of the humerus articulates with the slightly cupped surface on the head of the radius to form the radiohumeral joint. This is the lateral view of the elbow […]
Elbow Joint
License Image medial view The elbow joint is a hinge joint composed of three bones: the humerus, the radius and the ulna. The Humeroulnar joint is the junction of the trochlea of the humerus and the trochlear notch of the ulna. This is the medial view of the elbow joint.
