Histovariability in human clavicular cortical bone microstructure and its mechanical implications

The human clavicle (i.e. collarbone) is an unusual long bone due to its signature S-shaped curve and variability in macrostructure observed between individuals. Because of the complex nature of how the upper limb moves, as well as due to its complex musculoskeletal arrangement, the biomechanics, in particular the mechanical loadings, of the clavicle are not fully understood. Given that bone remodeling can be influenced by bone stress, the...