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The olecranon fossa is a deep triangular depression on the posterior side of the humerus, superior to the trochlea. It provides space for the olecranon of the ulna during extension of the forearm.
2 lis 2023 · Learn about the structure, movement, and stability of the elbow joint, and its articulating surfaces, ligaments, bursae, and blood supply. Find out how the olecranon fossa is involved in bursitis, dislocation, and fracture of the elbow joint.
30 paź 2023 · Learn about the humerus, the longest and largest bone of the upper limb, and its anatomical landmarks, muscular attachments and fractures. The olecranon fossa is a non-articular part of the distal end of the humerus that forms part of the elbow joint.
The olecranon fossa is the large, deep depression found along the posterior aspect of the condyle of humerus. It is formed by the concave posteromedial surface of the greater trochanter. It accommodates the olecranon of ulna during elbow extension.
Learn about the olecranon fossa, a deep triangular depression in the humerus that receives the olecranon in extension of the forearm. See anatomical definition, references and gallery of images.
The proximal ulna has a few important osseous structures which play important roles in elbow stability. The olecranon and coronoid processes comprise the greater sigmoid notch of the ulna, which articulates with the trochlea of the distal humerus.
Learn what the olecranon fossa is and how it relates to the ulna and the arm. Find out how to remember this anatomy term with a parking garage analogy and study resources.
