The part of the arm above the elbow is the upper arm. This section contains the humerus, the long bone that runs from the shoulder to the elbow. Several important muscles are located in this area, including the biceps brachii (on the front) and the triceps brachii (on the back). The triceps muscle, specifically, is located just above the elbow and just under the skin's surface. The lateral epicondyle, a bony bump on the outside of the elbow, is also located near the upper arm’s lower boundary. Injuries to this area can include fractures of the humerus (such as supracondylar humerus fractures which occur just above the elbow) and various muscle strains or tears. Amputations can also occur above the elbow, removing the lower arm, elbow, and part of the upper arm.
- Key Structures:
- Humerus: The long bone of the upper arm.
- Biceps Brachii: Muscle on the front of the upper arm.
- Triceps Brachii: Muscle on the back of the upper arm, situated just above the elbow.
- Lateral Epicondyle: Bony prominence on the outer side of the elbow.
