Radius Osteology

Question 1

Head

Answer 1

Aspect that articulates with the elbow joint. Rounded and thinner edge of the bone. Just proximal to the radial tuberosity.

Question 2

Neck

Answer 2

Thinner aspect of the radius just distal to the head of the radius. Proximal to the radial tuberosity.

Question 3

Styloid Process

Answer 3

Lateral protrusion on the distal aspect of the radius. Articulates with the carpal bones.

Question 4

Carpal Articular Surface

Answer 4

Medial aspect of the distal end of the radius. Articulates directly with the carpal bones.

Question 5

Radial Tuberosity

Answer 5

Aspect of the radius on the medial side of the bone. Articulates with the ulna just distally to the neck of the radius.

Question 6

Anterior Border

Answer 6

Anterior ridge that runs longitudinally along the bone. Located distally to the radial tuberosity.