CT: The Radius and Ulna

These flashcards cover key anatomical structures and joints associated with the radius and ulna.

What is the structure formed by the upper part of the ulna that articulates with the humerus?

Trochlear notch

What is the process at the back of the ulna that serves as a site for muscle attachment?

Olecranon process

What joint connects the radius and ulna at its proximal end?

Proximal radioulnar joint

What is the rounded end of the radius that articulates with the ulna and humerus?

Head of the radius

What is the narrow part of the radius located below the head?

Neck

What is the bony prominence on the ulna below the trochlear notch?

Coronoid process

What is the bony projection on the medial side of the radius that attaches to muscles?

Radial tuberosity

Which bone is the lateral bone of the forearm?

Radius

Which bone is the medial bone of the forearm?

Ulna

What is the notch on the radius that receives the head of the ulna?

Ulnar notch of radius

What is the rounded end of the ulna that articulates with the wrist?

Head of the ulna

What is the bony protrusion from the distal end of the ulna?

Styloid process of ulna

What is the bony protrusion from the distal end of the radius?

Styloid process of radius

What joint connects the radius and ulna at their distal ends?

Distal radioulnar joint