Human Osteology and Bone Mechanics

  1. Gross Anatomy of Bone
    1. Macroscopic Structure of Long Bones
      1. Diaphysis
        1. Structure
          1. Function
          2. Epiphyses
            1. Proximal Epiphysis
              1. Distal Epiphysis
                1. Articular Surfaces
                2. Metaphyses
                  1. Location
                    1. Growth Plate Region
                    2. Articular Cartilage
                      1. Composition
                        1. Function
                      2. Bone Coverings and Linings
                        1. Periosteum
                          1. Fibrous Layer
                            1. Osteogenic Layer
                              1. Functions
                                1. Blood Supply
                                2. Endosteum
                                  1. Location
                                    1. Cellular Composition
                                      1. Functions
                                    2. Bone Cavities and Spaces
                                      1. Medullary Cavity
                                        1. Location
                                          1. Contents
                                          2. Bone Marrow Types
                                            1. Red Marrow
                                              1. Yellow Marrow
                                                1. Distribution Changes with Age

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                                            4. Classification of Bones

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                                            6. Types of Bone Tissue