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What is the primary fiber of the interosseous membrane in the forearm?
What is the primary fiber of the interosseous membrane in the forearm?
What is the function of the oblique cord in the forearm?
What is the function of the oblique cord in the forearm?
What percentage of interosseous membranes have distal oblique fibers?
What percentage of interosseous membranes have distal oblique fibers?
Where are the distal oblique fibers located in the forearm?
Where are the distal oblique fibers located in the forearm?
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What is the main function of the interosseous membrane in the forearm?
What is the main function of the interosseous membrane in the forearm?
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What is the thickness of the central band in the interosseous membrane compared to other fibers?
What is the thickness of the central band in the interosseous membrane compared to other fibers?
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What are the two smaller components of the interosseous membrane?
What are the two smaller components of the interosseous membrane?
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What is the direction of the distal oblique fibers in the forearm?
What is the direction of the distal oblique fibers in the forearm?
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What is the significance of the distal oblique fibers in the forearm?
What is the significance of the distal oblique fibers in the forearm?
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What is the functional significance of the interosseous membrane in the forearm?
What is the functional significance of the interosseous membrane in the forearm?
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What is the shape of the flow of the distal oblique fibers in the forearm?
What is the shape of the flow of the distal oblique fibers in the forearm?
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Study Notes
- The interosseous membrane binds the radius and ulna together in the forearm.
- The central band is the prominent fiber of the interosseous membrane.
- The central band is nearly twice as thick as other fibers and has a high tensile strength.
- Two smaller components of the interosseous membrane are described, including the oblique cord at the proximal forearm and the distal oblique fibers at the extreme distal aspect of the forearm.
- The functional significance of the oblique cord is in question, but it may help limit distal migration of the radius relative to the ulna.
- The distal oblique fibers are present in about 40% of membranes and add to the stability of the distal radio-ulnar joint.
- The distal oblique fibers flow in an irregular fashion, but are generally directed distal-laterally from the distal one-sixth of the ulnar shaft to the extreme distal radius.
- The distal oblique fibers are located directly deep to the pronator quadratus muscle.
- The interosseous membrane has been studied extensively in cadavers.
- The interosseous membrane is an important structure for the stability and function of the forearm.
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"Test Your Knowledge on the Interosseous Membrane in the Forearm: Discover the anatomy and function of this vital structure that binds the radius and ulna together. From the central band to the distal oblique fibers, explore the components and functional significance of the interosseous membrane. Challenge yourself with questions on its anatomical features and role in forearm stability. Take the quiz now and become an expert on this essential part of the human body!"