Where is the tuberosity?

Where is the tuberosity?

The ischial tuberosity is a rounded bone that extends from the ischium — the curved bone that makes up the bottom of your pelvis. It’s located just below the ischial spine, which is a pointed bone that extends up the backside of your pelvis.

What bones have a tuberosity?

Learning Objectives

Bone Markings (Table 7.2)
Marking Description Example
Spine Sharp process Ischial spine
Tubercle Small, rounded process Tubercle of humerus
Tuberosity Rough surface Deltoid tuberosity

What is a bony tuberosity?

Definition of tuberosity : a rounded prominence especially : a large prominence on a bone usually serving for the attachment of muscles or ligaments.

What is the general function of a tuberosity or tubercle quizlet?

A tuberosity provides a roughened surface for muscles or ligaments to attach to the end of long bones. The ligaments attached to the tibial tuberosity are responsible for moving the knee joint. A tubercle is smaller than a tuberosity.

What is the function of the greater tuberosity?

Function. All three of the muscles that attach to the greater tubercle are part of the rotator cuff, a muscle group that stabilizes the shoulder joint. The greater tubercle therefore acts as a location for the transfer of forces from the rotator cuff muscles to the humerus.

What is the function of the deltoid tuberosity?

Deltoid helps you carry SACS: Clavicle. Acromion. Spine of Scapula.

What is the function of the deltoid tuberosity of the humerus quizlet?

The deltoid tuberosity located in the body (diaphysis) of the humerus, is a roughened, V-shaped area . Function: serves as a point of attachment for the tendons of the deltoid. The medial epicondyle located at the distal end of the humerus, Function: serves as an area for where most muscles of the forearm are attached.

What is tibia tubercle?

The tibial tubercle is the secondary ossification center of the proximal tibia. The primary ossification center is the tibial epiphysis, and the tibial tubercle extends distally from the anterior aspect of the proximal epiphysis and serves as the point of attachment of the patellar tendon.

What is tibial tubercle transfer?

Tibial tubercle transfer, also called bony realignment or osteotomy, is a surgical treatment option for instability, arthritis or cartilage defects affecting the patellofemoral joint (kneecap and femur).

What is the function of humerus?

The humerus serves as an attachment to 13 muscles which contribute to the movements of the hand and elbow, and therefore the function of the upper limb.