Chapter 8 The Appendicular Skeleton

What is a girdle in anatomy

A girdle refers to a bony structure that connects the limbs to the axial skeleton and provides support and mobility

What is the function of the girdle?

To facilitate movement while maintaining stability and support

The function is to connect the lower limbs to the axial skeleton at the sacroiliac joint, Provides stability and protects important organs

What bones make up the’Pectural Girdle

Clavicle and Scapula

A long S-shape bone that runs between the sternum (breast bone) and the scapula

Clavicle (Collarbone)

A flat triangle- shaped bone located on the upper back

Scapula ( Shoulder Blade)

Identify the bones of the arm?

Humerus, Radius, and Ulna

Largest bone in the arm, Attaches to the pectoral girdle at the glenoid cavity

Humerus

(Forearm Bone-Thumb side) located on the lateral (Thumb) side of the forearm.

Radius

(Forearm Bone-Pinky side) Located on the medial (pinky) side of the forearm

Ulna

What 3 bones make up the Ox Coxae (Coxal Bone)

Ilium, Ischium and Pubis

The largest and most superior portion, forming the upper part of the hip

Ilium

The lower posterior portion that forms the “ sit bones”

Ischium

The anterior portion that meets at the pubic symphysis

Pubis

Identify the bones of the leg

Femur, Tibia, Fibula, and Patella

Thigh Bone: Strongest and longest bone in the body

Femur

Shin Bone: 2nd strongest bone in the body

Tibia

Thin, lateral bone of the lower leg ( non-weight bearing)

Fibula

Knee Cap; Largest sesamoid bone in the body

Patella