A professional wrestler ends a match early due to severe pain and loss of function in their lower arm and hand. Upon examination by a doctor, a major tear is discovered in one of the ligaments of the elbow. Which of the following could be the torn ligament?

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The ulnar collateral ligament is the primary ligament responsible for stabilizing the elbow joint and is often injured in activities that require repetitive or forceful throwing motions, such as professional wrestling. The coracohumeral and transverse humeral ligaments are located in the shoulder joint, and the oblique popliteal ligament is located in the knee joint, making them unlikely choices for a torn ligament in the elbow.

A Professional Wrestler Ends a Match Early Due to Severe