Osteology Collection

Headache, X-ray artwork
Headache. Computer X-ray artwork of a lateral view of a human skull. The red area represents pain caused by a headache (cephalalgia)

Skeletons, X-ray artwork
Skeleton crowd. Computer X-ray artwork of a group of human skeletons viewed from the front

Total hip replacement, X-ray
Total hip replacement. Coloured frontal X-ray of a female pelvis with a total hip replacement (white, lower right). The replacement hip consists of a ball and shaft

Calots spinal surgery, 19th century
Calots spinal surgery, 19th-century artwork. This operation is being carried out by the French surgeon Jean-Francois Calot (1861-1944) on a condition known as Potts disease

Damaged knee ligament, artwork
Damaged knee ligament. Computer artwork of the muscle structure of the leg and anatomy of the human knee joint, showing a tear (dark line, centre right) in one of the cruciate ligaments (beige)

Running skeleton in body, artwork
Running skeleton inside an outline of the body, computer artwork

Skeleton from below, X-ray artwork
Skeleton. Computer x-ray artwork of a human skeleton viewed from below

Fractured ankle, X-ray
Fractured ankle. Coloured profile X-ray of a distal fibula fracture (upper centre). The fibula is the smaller leg bone running down from top centre. The larger bone is the tibia

Compact bone, light micrograph
Compact bone. Polarised light micrograph of a transverse section through compact bone tissue, showing Haversian canals (circular regions)

Osteocyte bone cell, SEM C016 / 9025
Osteocyte bone cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an osteocyte bone cell (blue) surrounded by bone tissue (pink)

Normal spine, X-ray
Normal spine. Coloured profile X-ray showing bones of the spine (vertebrae, centre). The front of the body is at right. The ribs (upper right) and the pelvis (bottom) are also seen

Outer ankle ligaments, artwork C013 / 4452
Outer ankle ligaments. Computer artwork of the bones and ligaments (white) of the right foot and ankle seen from the side

Fractured jawbone, X-ray
Fractured jawbone. Coloured X-ray of a human jaw showing a fractured lower jawbone (mandible). The fracture has occurred to the left side of the lower jawbone (bottom right, orange)

Spine with workers, spine repair F007 / 9907
Conceptual computer artwork depicting a spine being repaired

Inner ankle ligaments, artwork C013 / 4451
Inner ankle ligaments. Computer artwork of the bones and ligaments (white) of the right foot and ankle seen from the side

Spongy bone, light micrograph
Spongy bone. Light micrograph of a section through stained and decalcified human spongy bone. This bone type is also called cancellous bone

J. W. Scollick of Smithsonian Institute, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. J. W. Scollick of Smithsonian Institute, 1916
J. W. Scollick of Smithsonian Institute, 1916. Special osteological preparator at U.S. National Museum

Anatomy of human skull from different angles

Human skeletal system, front view

Anterior view of human skeletal system, with labels

Bones of the foot, from Tabulae Osteologicae by Christoph Jacob Trew (1695-1769
CHT235090 Bones of the foot, from Tabulae Osteologicae by Christoph Jacob Trew (1695-1769) engraved by G. Lichtensteger, 1767 (coloured engraving) by Eisenberger

Bones of the skeleton, from Tabulae Osteologicae
CHT235091 Bones of the skeleton, from Tabulae Osteologicae by Christoph Jacob Trew (1695-1769) engraved by G. Lichtensteger, 1740 (coloured engraving) by Eisenberger

Male human head with skull in ghost effect, side view. on white background

Anterior view of human skull, with labels

Anterior view of human pelvis, with labels

Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, front view

Posterior view of left hand, with labels

Front view of human skeleton in fighting stance, isolated on white background

Front view of a human skeleton posing, isolated on white background

Normal legs, X-rays
Normal legs. Coloured frontal X-rays of the healthy legs, of a 35-year-old

Broken arm bone, digital X-ray
Broken arm bone. Digital frontal X-ray of the fractured right humerus (upper arm bone) of a patient in their early twenties

Normal hand, digital X-ray
Normal hand. Digital X-ray of the normal right hand of a patient in their late twenties. Various sets of data relating to the image can be seen around the edges of the X-ray

Human skeleton anatomy, artwork
Human skeleton anatomy, computer artwork. Three views of the bones of the human torso, seen from an oblique frontal view (left), from the side (centre) and from the front (right)

Leg bones anatomy engraving 1866
Atlas d anatomie descriptive du corps humain C. Bonamy - Paul Broca Victor Masson et Fils Paris 1866

Side view of human skull with parts exploded

Front view of human skeleton waving goodbye, isolated on white background

3D rendering of human vertebral column with skull

Medical illustration of human scapula bone

Male human skeleton in dynamic posture, rear view

Three dimensional view of female sternum and rib cage

Anterior view of human skeletal system

Perspective view of human skull with parts exploded

Anatomy of hip fracture

Anatomy of human pelvic bone

Front view of human skeleton meditating, isolated on white background

Anatomy of human skull, side view

Temporomandibular joint, normal and dislocated

The human skeleton and muscular system, front view
Medical illustration of the human skeleton and muscular system, front view

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Osteology, the fascinating study of bones and skeletal structures, unveils a world of intricate details and medical advancements. From total hip replacements to X-ray imaging, this field has revolutionized the way we understand and treat bone-related conditions. In the realm of orthopedics, total hip replacement surgeries have become a game-changer for those suffering from debilitating joint pain. With cutting-edge techniques and prosthetic materials, these procedures restore mobility and improve quality of life. Delving into history, Calots spinal surgery in the 19th century stands as a testament to human resilience. Despite limited resources and knowledge at that time, surgeons courageously ventured into complex spinal operations with remarkable outcomes. Artwork captures both the beauty and vulnerability of our skeletal system. A damaged knee ligament depicted in brushstrokes reminds us of how delicate our bodies can be. Meanwhile, a running skeleton portrayed through art showcases strength and agility even in its bare form. X-ray artwork takes us beneath the surface to reveal hidden stories within our bones. Skeletons captured by this technique offer an ethereal glimpse into their structure while evoking curiosity about their past lives. An X-ray artwork showcasing a skeleton from below adds another dimension to our understanding of anatomy. It invites contemplation on how every angle tells a different story about our body's framework. Sometimes even mundane ailments find artistic expression through X-rays. A headache immortalized as an artwork serves as a reminder that even seemingly minor discomforts can leave traces within us. Fractured ankle X-rays remind us that bones are not invincible; they can break under pressure or unfortunate circumstances. Yet with modern medicine's intervention, healing is possible once again. Microscopic exploration reveals wonders too small for the naked eye to behold. Compact bone viewed under light micrograph exposes its intricate structure like never before – reminding us that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to osteology.