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Bones of upper limb

Ossa membri superiori

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System
Skeletal system
Regions
Upper limb, Hand, Trunk
Bones of upper limb (Ossa membri superiori) highlighted in a 3D model of the human body
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The upper limbs or upper extremities are the forelimbs of an upright-postured tetrapod vertebrate, extending from the scapulae and clavicles down to and including the digits, including all the musculatures and ligaments involved with the shoulder, elbow, wrist and knuckle joints.

In humans, each upper limb is divided into the arm, forearm and hand, and is primarily used for climbing, lifting and manipulating objects.

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Parts

Names

Latin
Ossa membri superiori
English
Bones of upper limb
French
Os du membre supérieur
Spanish
Huesos del miembro superior
Portuguese
Ossos do membro superior