Tuberosity
Tuberosity is a term used in anatomy to describe a large prominence on a bone, usually for the attachment of muscles. The term is derived from the Latin word tuber, meaning swelling or lump.
Types of Tuberosities[edit | edit source]
There are several types of tuberosities in the human body, including:
- Ischial tuberosity: Located on the pelvis, this tuberosity is the point of attachment for the hamstring muscles.
- Tibial tuberosity: This is found on the tibia, the larger of the two bones in the lower leg. It is the point of attachment for the patellar ligament.
- Greater tuberosity: This is located on the humerus, the bone of the upper arm. It is the point of attachment for the rotator cuff muscles.
- Lesser tuberosity: Also located on the humerus, this is the point of attachment for one of the rotator cuff muscles.
- Radial tuberosity: This is found on the radius, one of the bones of the forearm. It is the point of attachment for the biceps muscle.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Tuberosities can be involved in various medical conditions. For example, an avulsion fracture can occur at the site of a tuberosity, where a tendon or ligament pulls off a piece of the bone. In addition, inflammation or degeneration of the tissues attached to a tuberosity can lead to pain and dysfunction, as seen in conditions such as tendinitis and bursitis.
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