Bone Additional

Accessory bones, also known as ossae accessoriae, are short bones located in the human body in various areas of the torso. These bones are mainly needed to create stability and strength in the body. The normal number of such bones may vary, depending on many factors such as heredity, health, and age of the person. In this article we will look at the role of the accessory ossicles and their general description.

Accessory ossicles include several different types of bones that differ in shape and location. Let's take a closer look at some of them.