Evaluation of the Elbow Carrying Angle in Healthy Individuals

Açıkgöz, Ahmet Kürsad; Balci, Raciha Sinem; Göker, Pınar; Bozkır, Memduha Gülhal

doi:10.4067/s0717-95022018000100135

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“…The possible etiologic factors for lateral epicondylitis include repetitive microtrauma due to overuse, larger magnitude traumas or manual labor, and anatomical factors, although unclear [7]. In some studies [8,9], ECA abnormalities have been related to diseases such as medial/lateral epicondylitis and ulnar nerve neuropathies; however, some studies have found no relation between ECA and LE [5,6]. The most relevant finding of this study is that increased elbow carrying angles measured radiographically are associated with lateral epicondylitis, although we know the pathogenesis of lateral epicondylitis is multifactorial.…”

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Association Between Increased Elbow Carrying Angle and Lateral Epicondylitis

Umur

Sürücü

2022

Cureus

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The goal of this study was to ascertain the effect of increased elbow carrying angle (ECA) in lateral epicondylitis (LE) development. Materials and methodsThis retrospective study involved a total of 62 participants between January and December 2021, of whom 29 were diagnosed with LE. Physical examinations and elbow radiographs of the patients were reviewed retrospectively. ECAs were measured with the elbow fully extended and the forearm fully supinated on anteroposterior elbow radiographs. Two experienced orthopedic surgeons separately evaluated the values on the radiograph. ResultsThis study involved 62 individuals, of which 55.4% are female and 44.6% are male. The mean age of the patients was 45.45 ± 4.77 years (range, 40-69 years), and the mean body mass index (BMI) was 28.1 ± 3.8 kg/m 2 (range, 19-34 kg/m 2 ). There were significant differences in elbow carrying angle between the LE group and the control group (p < 0.05). Also, there was a significant correlation between the LE side and the dominant side (p < 0.05). ConclusionIncreased ECA is associated with increased incidence of LE and may contribute to its etiology by elevating extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tendon tension and rerouting it, resulting in increased abrasive and pressurizing forces.

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Association Between Increased Elbow Carrying Angle and Lateral Epicondylitis

Umur

Sürücü

2022

Cureus

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“…Most carrying angle alterations are reported after distal humeral supracondylar fracture. A variety of methods, ranging from basic hand-held goniometers to more involved radiological techniques, have been used to determine carrying angle [8][9][10] . The primary goal of our research was to determine the average carrying angle in a paediatric population, and the secondary goal was to examine how carrying angle related to other characteristics.…”

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“…Significant correlation was found between the carrying angle and forearm length 7 . In a different research, the average (SD) carrying angle was 9.81°(±2.82°) for males and 13.99° (±3.97° ) for females 8 .…”

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Mean Carrying Angle of Elbow in Children Less Than Ten Years of Age

Ullah¹,

Ahmadzeb²,

Hussain³

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Introduction: The median axes of the arm and forearm form an angle known as carrying angle when fully supinated and extended. This posture is crucial while carrying objects because it enables the forearms to pass across the hips in swing motions when walking Objective: To find out the mean carrying angle of elbow in children less than ten years of age. Methodology: This study was Cross Sectional Study carried out at the Outpatient Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar for duration of six months from 20 Dec, 2021 to 20 Jun, 2022. Goniometer was used for the measurement of the carrying angle. All information such as age, height, weight, length of arm, and carrying angle was documented in a pre-designed Performa. Results: Totally, 250 children were included in this study. On the basis of gender wise distribution, 194 (77.6%) children were recorded as male children and 56 (22.4%) children were recorded as female children. The mean (SD) age, height, length of forearm, weight and carrying angle was 6 (1.05) years, 105.5 (3.75) cm, 18.2 (2.23) cm, 12 (2.84) kg and 8.5 (0.82) degree respectively. Significant association of carrying angle was observed with height, weight, forearm length and limb dominancy (p≤0.05). Conclusion: Our study concluded that age, gender, height, weight and dominant side are important factors that affect the value of the carrying angle. Keywords: Elbow; Carrying Angle; Correlation

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“…The carrying angle is defined as the angle made by the arm's median axis and forearm [3], which is fully extended and supinated and measures the forearm's lateral obliquity [4]. This angle is best found when the elbow is in full extension, forearm in supination, and the shoulder in external rotation [5]. The ' carrying angle ' is formed in part by the projection of the medial trochlear ridge 6 mm above its lateral edge, and in part by the obliquity of the coronoid's superior articular surface.…”

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Carrying Angle and Its Co-Relation With Different Parameters Height, Length of Forearm, and Age

Shah¹,

Naqvi²

2020

International Journal of Physiotherapy

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Background:The carrying angle is known as the acute angle created by the arm's median axis and that of the forearm, which is completely extended & supinated, and thus measures the forearm's lateral obliquity. This angle is best observed when the forearm is in full extension, elbow in supination, and the external rotation of the shoulder. The purpose of the research is to study the co-relationship between carrying angle and various parameters of height, forearm length, and age. Methods: A total of 106 asymptomatic, healthy students were selected from 18-22 years of age at Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, DMIMS, Sawangi Meghe, Wardha. The carrying angle was measured with a goniometer. A measuring tape was used to measure the overall height of the subject and length of the subject's forearm. Results: The p-value was found p< 0.05 on comparing carrying angle with height and forearm length, which suggests significant co-relation. Thus the person's height is inversely related to the carrying angle. The forearm length & height are directly related to each other; hence the forearm length is also related to the carrying angle. The p-value was found p > 0.05 on comparing carrying angle with age, which is non-significant. Thus there is no significant variation in carrying with age since the subjects were within a limited age range. Conclusion:The carrying angle depends on the bone's length in the forearm. If the bone length is significantly greater, the angulation of the proximal articulation of the proximal articular surface is lower, hence the carrying angle is lower and vice versa.

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Evaluation of the Elbow Carrying Angle in Healthy Individuals

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Association Between Increased Elbow Carrying Angle and Lateral Epicondylitis

Association Between Increased Elbow Carrying Angle and Lateral Epicondylitis

Mean Carrying Angle of Elbow in Children Less Than Ten Years of Age

Carrying Angle and Its Co-Relation With Different Parameters Height, Length of Forearm, and Age

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