Skeleton

The rigid framework of connected bones that gives form to the body, protects and supports its soft organs and tissues, and provides attachments for MUSCLES.

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Tree Number(s): A02.835

MeSH Unique ID: D012863

Entry Terms:

• Skeletons

See Also:

• Bone and Bones

All MeSH Categories
Anatomy Category
Musculoskeletal System
Skeleton
Bone and Bones
Bone-Implant Interface
Bones of Lower Extremity +
Bones of Upper Extremity +
Diaphyses
Epiphyses +
Hyoid Bone
Rib Cage +
Sesamoid Bones +
Skull +
Spine +
Joints
Acromioclavicular Joint
Atlanto-Axial Joint
Atlanto-Occipital Joint
Bursa, Synovial
Cartilage, Articular
Elbow Joint
Foot Joints +
Hand Joints +
Hip Joint +
Joint Capsule +
Knee Joint +
Ligaments, Articular +
Pubic Symphysis
Sacroiliac Joint
Shoulder Joint
Sternoclavicular Joint
Sternocostal Joints
Temporomandibular Joint +
Zygapophyseal Joint