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Radius (bone) facts for kids

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Illu upper extremity
The human arm

The radius is one of the two bones which make up the lower forearm in tetrapods. The other one is the ulna. Above them is the elbow and humerus; below are the hands or front feet.

Images for kids

  • Full Anterior View of Right Radius

    Full Anterior View of Right Radius

  • Full Posterior View of Right Radius

    Full Posterior View of Right Radius

  • Full Medial View of Right Radius

    Full Medial View of Right Radius

  • Full Lateral View of Right Radius

    Full Lateral View of Right Radius

  • Pradialheadfrac

    A subtle radial head fracture with associated positive sail sign

  • Forearm fracture - Radius fracture 2 -- Smart-Servier

    Illustration showing radius shaft fracture

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