Free online courseBone Anatomy

Duration of the online course: 1 hours and 37 minutes

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Explore comprehensive bone anatomy with this free online course. Covering skull, vertebrae, ribs, sternum, and limb bones, it offers detailed lessons and labeled diagrams.

Course Description

Welcome to "Bone Anatomy," a comprehensive course designed to delve deeply into the intricate study of human bone anatomy. Spanning a focused duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, this course serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the fundamental aspects of bone structures within the human body. Although the course has yet to be reviewed, it stands proudly within the Health category and more specifically in the subcategory of Anatomy.

Embark on a journey beginning with the foundational elements of skull anatomy. Learn the intricacies of the skull's older version, followed by an updated interpretation that includes detailed labels to assist your comprehension. Delve into specific bones such as the Sphenoid and Ethmoid, which are crucial components of the skull, offering unique insights into their structures and functions.

The course further explores the anatomy of the sinuses within the skull, and transitions into examining the fetal skull with a focus on fontanelles. These key areas of study provide a robust understanding of how the skull evolves from infancy into adulthood.

Moving beyond the skull, the course covers the upper sections of the spine beginning with the Atlas and advancing through the Cervical Vertebrae, specifically from C3 to C7. This segment is essential for understanding neck mobility and the structural integrity required to protect the spinal cord. The Thoracic Vertebrae (T1-T12) and Lumbar Vertebrae (L1-L5) are also meticulously examined, offering a complete view of vertebral anatomy and their roles in facilitating movement and support.

Your journey continues through the ribcage and sternum, highlighting their protective functions for vital organs, before venturing into the anatomy of the sacrum and coxal bones. This section brings attention to the posterior aspects of the body's bone structure.

The course also includes detailed analyses of the upper limb bones, such as the Clavicle, Scapula, and Humerus. As you advance, you will explore the Radius and Ulna, providing a comprehensive understanding of forearm anatomy. The segment on Hand Anatomy delves into the various bones that constitute the intricate structure of the hand.

Finally, the lower limb bones receive equal emphasis, starting with an in-depth look at the Femur, the body's strongest bone, followed by the Tibia. The course concludes with an exploration of the bones that form the Foot, highlighting their complex architecture and vital role in mobility.

Whether you're a medical student, a healthcare professional, or simply an anatomy enthusiast, this course promises to provide richly detailed content, all aimed at fostering a profound understanding of human bone anatomy. Engage with the material to elevate your knowledge and appreciation of the body's skeletal framework.

Conteúdo do Curso

  • Video class: Skull Anatomy - Older Version

    0h14m

  • Exercise: Which suture in the skull is responsible for separating the frontal bone from the parietal bones?

  • Video class: Skull Anatomy | With Labels: Updated Version

    0h35m

  • Exercise: Which suture separates the parietal bones from the occipital bone in the human skull anatomy?

  • Video class: Sphenoid Bone Anatomy

    0h02m

  • Exercise: Which feature of the sphenoid bone is responsible for housing and protecting the pituitary gland?

  • Video class: Ethmoid Bone Anatomy

    0h02m

  • Exercise: Which structure of the ethmoid bone contains holes known as the olfactory foramina?

  • Video class: Sinus Skull Anatomy

    0h01m

  • Exercise: Which of the following sinuses is not considered a para-nasal sinus?

  • Video class: Fetal Skull Fontanelles Anatomy

    0h01m

  • Exercise: Which of the following fontanelles is located at the back of the fetal skull?

  • Video class: Atlas

    0h04m

  • Exercise: What is the primary function of the dens (odontoid process) found on the Axis (C2) in human cervical vertebrae?

  • Video class: Cervical Vertebrae (C3-C7) Anatomy

    0h02m

  • Exercise: Which feature helps distinguish cervical vertebrae C3 through C6 from other vertebrae?

  • Video class: Thoracic Vertebrae (T1-T12) Anatomy

    0h01m

  • Exercise: Which vertebrae are characterized by having facets that articulate with the ribs?

  • Video class: Rib and Sternum Anatomy

    0h03m

  • Exercise: Which rib structures articulate with the thoracic vertebrae?

  • Video class: Lumbar Vertebrae (L1-L5) Anatomy

    0h02m

  • Exercise: What is the primary role of the intervertebral discs located between the lumbar vertebrae?

  • Video class: Sacrum Anatomy

    0h02m

  • Exercise: What structure of the sacrum articulates with the ilium to form the sacroiliac joint?

  • Video class: Coxa

    0h05m

  • Exercise: What is the primary role of the sacroiliac joint in the anatomy of the pelvis?

  • Video class: Clavicle Anatomy

    0h01m

  • Exercise: What determines the orientation of a left clavicle?

  • Video class: Scapula Anatomy

    0h03m

  • Exercise: Which structure of the scapula serves as the origin for the infraspinatus muscle?

  • Video class: Humerus Anatomy

    0h02m

  • Exercise: Which structure of the humerus is responsible for forming the articulation with the glenoid cavity of the scapula?

  • Video class: Radius and Ulna Anatomy

    0h03m

  • Exercise: Which structure on the ulna fits into the olecranon fossa of the humerus?

  • Video class: Hand Anatomy | Bones of the Hand

    0h02m

  • Exercise: What is the correct name for the bone that is commonly known as the thumb?

  • Video class: Femur Anatomy

    0h03m

  • Exercise: What is the function of the articular cartilage on the head of the femur?

  • Video class: Tibia

    0h02m

  • Exercise: Which description accurately differentiates between the tibia and fibula in terms of their anatomical positions in the leg?

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