Femur vs Humerus
| Property | Femur | Humerus |
|---|---|---|
| Latin Name | Os femoris | Os humeri |
| Type | Bone | Bone |
| Body System | Skeletal | Skeletal |
| Body Region | Thigh | Upper Arm |
| Function | The longest and strongest bone in the human body. Bears the weight of the body and provides attachment for powerful thigh muscles. Transmits body weight from the hip to the … | The bone of the upper arm connecting the shoulder to the elbow. Provides attachment points for muscles of the shoulder and arm, enabling a wide range of upper limb movements. |
| Clinical Significance | Femoral neck fractures are common in elderly patients with osteoporosis. Femoral shaft fractures result from high-energy trauma. The femoral head is susceptible to avascular necrosis. | Surgical neck fractures are common in elderly patients. Midshaft fractures may damage the radial nerve causing wrist drop. Supracondylar fractures are the most common elbow fractures in children. |
| FMA ID | 24474 | 13303 |