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Sesamoid Bones
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Anatomy
12th Grade
04/12/2017

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A Sesamoid is a small independent bone or bony nodule developed in a tendon.
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Sesamoid Bones
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Patella
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Patella
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-AKA the Kneecap
-Triangular shape and very thick.
-Works with the Femur.
-Protects the anterior surface of the knee joint.
-Soft as babies and hardens as humans grow.
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Pisiform Bone
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Pisiform Bone
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-Small bone located in the proximal row of the wrist.
-Only has one side and acts as a joint working with the Triquetral bone.
-Has 4 surfaces. (Dorsal, Palmar, Lateral, and Medial)
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Fabella
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Fabella
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-Embedded in the tendon behind the Femur.
-Appears in 10%-30% of humans.
-There are rarely two or three of these bones.
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Cyamella "Bone"
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Cyamella "Bone"
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-Medially rotates tibia on the femur if the femur is Sitting Down.
-Laterally rotates the Femur if the Tibia is Standing Up.
-Unlocks the knee to allow bending.
-Helps prevent the forward dislocation of the Femur while crouching.
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First Metacarpal Bone
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Second Metacarpal Bone
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First Metatarsal
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Inconsistent sesamoids in other toes.
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Inconsistent sesamoids in other fingers.
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Lenticular Process of the Incus.
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-A knob at the tip of the long limb of the Incus of the ear, articulating with the Stapes.
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Rider's Bone
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Rider's Bone
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-AKA. cavalry bone.
-A bony deposit in the muscles of the upper and inner part of the thigh.
-Caused by pressure and chronic irritation that are caused by the saddle in riding.
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Inconsistent sesamoid bones in the legs.
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Inconsistent Sesamoid Bones
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The Legs, Arms, and or Buttocks.
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