shoulder bones

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What is the anatomical neck of the humerus?

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The anatomical neck of the humerus is the area just below the head of the humerus, which is a part of the shoulder joint.

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What is the surgical neck of the humerus?

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The surgical neck of the humerus is the region below the tubercles where the humerus narrows, commonly associated with fractures.

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What is the function of the scapula?

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The scapula, or shoulder blade, connects the humerus with the clavicle and provides attachment points for muscles.

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What is the lateral epicondyle?

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The lateral epicondyle is a bony prominence on the outer side of the humerus, serving as an attachment for forearm muscles.

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What is the medial epicondyle?

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The medial epicondyle is a bony prominence on the inner side of the humerus, serving as an attachment for forearm flexor muscles.

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What is the trochlea?

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The trochlea is a spool-shaped structure on the humerus that articulates with the ulna at the elbow joint.

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What is the capitulum?

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The capitulum is a rounded structure on the humerus that articulates with the radius at the elbow joint.

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What is the clavicle?

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The clavicle, or collarbone, is a long bone that connects the arm to the body, articulating medially with the sternum.

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Where does the clavicle attach medially?

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The clavicle attaches medially to the sternum.

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What bones make up the shoulder girdle?

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The shoulder girdle is made up of the scapula and clavicle.