Lesser tubercle

The lesser tubercle of the humerus, although smaller, is more prominent than the greater tubercle: it is situated in front, and is directed medially and anteriorly.

Lesser Tubercle of right humerus
Insertion of subscapularis muscle

Above and in front it presents an impression for the insertion of the tendon of the subscapularis.

Additional images
  • The left shoulder and acromioclavicular joints, and the proper ligaments of the scapula.
  • Human arm bones diagram

References

This article incorporates text in the public domain from page 209 of the 20th edition of Gray's Anatomy (1918)


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