The humerus is the bone in your upper arm. It's located between your elbow and your shoulder, and consists of several parts that allow it to move freely in different directions.

Where are the humerus and femur located?

The femur bone is the longest and strongest bone in the body. Located in the thigh, it spans the hip and knee joints and helps maintain upright posture by supporting the skeleton. 2. The humerus bone is in the upper arm and spans the shoulder and elbow joints.

What are the function of the humerus?

Function. The humerus serves as an attachment to 13 muscles which contribute to the movements of the hand and elbow, and therefore the function of the upper limb.