and is linguistically related to Gothic ams (shoulder) and Greek omos.

Structure

Upper extremity

The upper or proximal extremity of the humerus consists of the bone's large rounded head joined to the body by a constricted portion called the neck, and two eminences, the greater and lesser tubercles.

Head

The head (caput humeri) is nearly hemispherical in form. It is directed upward, medialward,

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