Deltoid Tuberosity (Noun)
Meaning
A bump on the outside of the humerus where the deltoid muscle attaches.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The deltoid tuberosity is a prominent bump on the outside of the humerus where the deltoid muscle attaches.
- The deltoid tuberosity serves as the site of attachment for the deltoid muscle, which helps to flex, extend, and rotate the shoulder joint.
- A fracture at the deltoid tuberosity can cause significant pain and limited mobility in the affected arm.
- The deltoid tuberosity is a common site for muscle attachment and can be palpated as a distinct bump on the lateral aspect of the humerus.
- In anatomy, the deltoid tuberosity is an important landmark for identifying the location of the deltoid muscle and its attachment to the humerus.