Humerus vs Tibia
| Propriedade | Humerus | Tibia |
|---|---|---|
| Nome latino | Os humeri | Os tibiae |
| Tipo | Bone | Bone |
| Sistema corporal | Skeletal | Skeletal |
| Região corporal | Upper Arm | Leg |
| Função | 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. | The larger of the two leg bones, the tibia bears most of the weight transmitted from the femur to the foot. It provides attachment for muscles of the leg and … |
| 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. | Tibial plateau fractures affect the knee joint. Tibial shaft fractures are the most common long bone fractures. Stress fractures of the tibia are common in athletes and military personnel. |
| FMA ID | 13303 | 24476 |
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Humerus
Os humeri
The bone of the upper arm, the humerus connects the shoulder to the elbow and provides the attachment points for muscles of the shoulder and arm that enable a wide range of upper limb movement. …