RT Book, Section A1 Dutton, Mark SR Print(0) ID 1173431373 T1 Elbow Complex T2 Dutton's Orthopaedic Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention, 5e YR 2020 FD 2020 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9781260143874 LK accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1173431373 RD 2024/04/25 AB CHAPTER OBJECTIVESAt the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to:Describe the anatomy of the joints, ligaments, muscles, blood, and nerve supply comprising the elbow complex.Describe the biomechanics of the elbow complex, including open- and close-packed positions, normal and abnormal joint barriers, force couples, and stabilizers.Describe the purpose and components of the tests and measures for the elbow complex.Perform a comprehensive examination of the elbow complex, including palpation of the articular and soft-tissue structures, specific passive mobility, and passive articular mobility tests, and stability tests.Evaluate the total examination data to establish a prognosis.Describe the relationship between muscle imbalance and functional performance of the elbow.Outline the significance of the key findings from the tests and measures and establish a diagnosis or working hypothesis.Summarize the various causes of elbow dysfunction.Develop self-reliant intervention strategies based on clinical findings and established goals.Describe and demonstrate intervention strategies and techniques based on clinical findings and established goals.Evaluate the intervention effectiveness in order to progress or modify an intervention.Plan an effective home program and instruct the patient in same.