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Bones of the Upper Limb: Humerus01:19

Bones of the Upper Limb: Humerus

The upper limb consists of the arm, forearm, wrist, and hand bones. The humerus is the single bone of the upper arm region. Proximally, it has a large, spherical, smooth head that articulates with the glenoid cavity of the scapula to form the glenohumeral or shoulder joint. The margin of the head is the anatomical neck, a residual epiphyseal plate. Laterally it extends to form bony projections called the greater tubercle and the lesser tubercle. Next to the tubercles is the surgical neck, a...
Bones of the Upper Limb: Ulna01:15

Bones of the Upper Limb: Ulna

The ulna and radius are parallel bones of the antebrachium or the forearm. The ulna lies medially and consists of a bony tip called the olecranon process at its proximal end. This hook-like projection articulates with the olecranon fossa of the humerus and forms the "hinged" ulnohumeral part of the elbow joint. This joint facilitates forearm extension and flexion while preventing its hyperextension. Similarly, the coronoid process, another bony projection on the proximal/anterior side of the...
Bones of the Upper Limb: Radius01:09

Bones of the Upper Limb: Radius

The radius is longer of the two bones that make up the human antebrachium or forearm. At the proximal end, the radius articulates with the capitulum of the humerus and the radial notch of the ulna to form the elbow joint. At the distal end, the radius articulates with the ulna via the ulnar notch, forming the distal radioulnar joint. Distally, the radius also attaches to the carpal wrist bones (scaphoid and lunate) to form the radiocarpal joint.
The radius has a nail-shaped head, and a short...
Fractures: Bone Repair01:27

Fractures: Bone Repair

Treatment for a fracture is based on the type of break, the bone affected, and the patient's age.
Minor fractures with no bone displacement are treated by immobilizing the fractured bone using a cast or splint. However, in the case of fractures with displaced bones, the broken bones are repositioned before immobilization to ensure successful healing without deformation and loss of function. The realignment of fractured bone ends is performed through a process called reduction. If the procedure...
Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella01:16

Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella

The femur is the body's longest and strongest bone spanning the thigh region. Its head articulates with the acetabulum of the hip bone to form the hip joint. A minor indentation on the medial side of the femoral head, called the fovea capitis, serves as the site of attachment for the ligament of the head of the femur. This weak ligament spans the femur and acetabulum and supports the hip joint. The narrowed region below the head is the neck of the femur. The inclination angle between the neck...
Arteries of the Upper Limbs01:12

Arteries of the Upper Limbs

The subclavian artery transitions into the axillary artery as it exits the chest and enters the axillary region. This artery is critical for supplying blood to the shoulder area, including the head of the humerus, through the humeral circumflex arteries. As the vessel continues into the upper arm or brachium, it becomes the brachial artery. This artery plays a key role in vascularizing the brachial region and bifurcates at the elbow into several branches. These branches include the deep...

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Development of a Novel Internal Fixation Model for Rat Radial Fractures: Fracture Healing Assessment and Dorsal Root Ganglion Isolation
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[Distal humeri fractures].

K Schmidt-Horlohé1, S Siebenlist, U Stöckle

  • 1Abteilung für Unfallchirurgie und orthopädische Chirurgie, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt am Main. kay.schmidt-horlohe@bgu-frankfurt.de

Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Unfallchirurgie
|February 18, 2011
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Distal humerus fractures are uncommon but increasing in complexity. Open reduction and internal fixation with early motion is the standard for optimal elbow function.

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Development of a Novel Internal Fixation Model for Rat Radial Fractures: Fracture Healing Assessment and Dorsal Root Ganglion Isolation
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Development of a Novel Internal Fixation Model for Rat Radial Fractures: Fracture Healing Assessment and Dorsal Root Ganglion Isolation

Published on: March 13, 2026

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Traumatology
  • Biomechanics

Context:

  • Distal humerus fractures are rare in mature patients but present challenges due to demographic shifts.
  • Increasing incidence of complex, multifragmentary fractures with compromised bone quality requires advanced treatment strategies.
  • Conservative management often results in poor elbow function, necessitating surgical intervention.

Purpose:

  • To outline the current gold standard for managing distal humerus fractures.
  • To emphasize the importance of understanding complex anatomy, biomechanics, and surgical techniques.
  • To provide guidance for surgeons managing these challenging injuries.

Summary:

  • Fractures of the distal humerus, though rare, are becoming more complex.
  • Open reduction and stable internal fixation with early range of motion exercises are the preferred treatment.
  • Successful management demands thorough knowledge of articular anatomy, biomechanics, surgical approaches, and implants.

Impact:

  • Improved patient outcomes through optimized elbow function and reduced pain.
  • Enhanced surgical decision-making for complex distal humerus fractures.
  • Advancement of best practices in orthopedic trauma surgery.