Carrying angle:  

A natural 5-15 degree angle made when the forearms diverge away from the body in the anatomical position (larger in females).

This is said to allow for clearance of the wider female pelvis as the limbs swing during walking; however, there is no significant difference regarding the function of the elbow.

Referrence:  A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).

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