Humerus

Os humeri

The humerus articulates proximally with the scapula at the glenohumeral joint and distally with the radius and ulna at the elbow. Notable landmarks include the greater and lesser tubercles, deltoid tuberosity, and the medial and lateral epicondyles.

Tipo Bone
Sistema corporal Skeletal
Región corporal Upper Arm
Nombre latino Os humeri
FMA ID 13303

Función

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.

Significado clínico

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.

Preguntas frecuentes

What is the Humerus?
The humerus articulates proximally with the scapula at the glenohumeral joint and distally with the radius and ulna at the elbow. Notable landmarks include the greater and lesser tubercles, deltoid tuberosity, and the medial and lateral epicondyles.
What is the function of the Humerus?
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.
What body system is the Humerus part of?
The Humerus is part of the Skeletal.
What conditions affect the Humerus?
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.
Where is the Humerus located?
The Humerus is located in the Upper Arm region of the body.

Estructuras relacionadas

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