Upper Limb
Abstract
The greater tubercle of the humerus ( 2 ) is the most lateral bony landmark around the shoulder. The subacromial bursa passes below the acromion and above supraspinatus to continue into the subdeltoid bursa ( 10 ) between the upper shaft of the humerus and the deltoid muscle ( 8).
Fields of Study & Subjects
Shoulder Injury and Treatment
Medical and Biological Sciences
Anatomy and Medical Technology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 270–295
- Publication date
- 17 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter