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What is the function of the scapula in the shoulder region?
What is the function of the scapula in the shoulder region?
- It forms a conventional articulation with the trunk
- It houses the greater tubercle
- It provides points of attachment for extrinsic and intrinsic muscles (correct)
- It articulates with the ulna and radius to form the elbow
How is the scapular cartilage described?
How is the scapular cartilage described?
- Non-existent in dogs
- Thick and weight-bearing
- Highly articulated with the trunk
- Comprised of only a very narrow rim (correct)
What is the role of the clavicle in the forelimb?
What is the role of the clavicle in the forelimb?
- A remnant of bone may remain embedded in the fibrous intersection in the brachiocephalicus (correct)
- It articulates with the scapula to form the shoulder
- It provides a site of attachment for brachialis and biceps brachii muscles
- It is absent in larger species
How does the humerus articulate with the radius and ulna?
How does the humerus articulate with the radius and ulna?
What provides a site of attachment for brachialis and biceps brachii muscles in the forelimb?
What provides a site of attachment for brachialis and biceps brachii muscles in the forelimb?
Which bone forms the basis of the shoulder region and provides points of attachment for extrinsic and intrinsic muscles?
Which bone forms the basis of the shoulder region and provides points of attachment for extrinsic and intrinsic muscles?
In which species is the greater tubercle of the humerus not separated into two parts?
In which species is the greater tubercle of the humerus not separated into two parts?
Which bone articulates with the ulna medially via a trochlea and the radius laterally via a capitulum in dogs and cats?
Which bone articulates with the ulna medially via a trochlea and the radius laterally via a capitulum in dogs and cats?
What provides a site of attachment for brachialis and biceps brachii muscles in the forelimb?
What provides a site of attachment for brachialis and biceps brachii muscles in the forelimb?
How does the ulna shaft lie in relation to the radius in the distal region?
How does the ulna shaft lie in relation to the radius in the distal region?
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What is the scapula's role in the shoulder?
What is the scapula's role in the shoulder?
The scapula is a flat, triangular bone that helps form the shoulder joint. It provides attachment points for muscles that move the arm.
Describe the scapular cartilage.
Describe the scapular cartilage.
The scapula's cartilage is very thin, forming a narrow rim around the bone. It's not as extensive as in other bones.
What is the clavicle's function in the forelimb?
What is the clavicle's function in the forelimb?
The clavicle acts as a connection point for the forelimb to the trunk, but in some animals, it may have become partially embedded in muscle.
Describe the humerus's connection to the radius and ulna.
Describe the humerus's connection to the radius and ulna.
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What is the radial tuberosity's function?
What is the radial tuberosity's function?
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In which species is the greater tubercle undivided?
In which species is the greater tubercle undivided?
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How does the humerus connect to the radius and ulna in dogs and cats?
How does the humerus connect to the radius and ulna in dogs and cats?
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Where do the brachialis and biceps brachii muscles attach in the forelimb?
Where do the brachialis and biceps brachii muscles attach in the forelimb?
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How are the ulna and radius positioned distally?
How are the ulna and radius positioned distally?
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Study Notes
Scapula Function
- The scapula serves as the anchor point for the entire shoulder region.
Scapular Cartilage
- The scapular cartilage is described as a thin, flexible, and avant-garde structure.
Clavicle Role
- The clavicle plays a crucial role in the forelimb by providing a bony attachment site for muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues.
Humerus Articulation
- The humerus articulates with the radius and ulna bones at the elbow joint, enabling various movements in the forelimb.
Muscle Attachment Sites
- The medial aspect of the humerus provides a site of attachment for the brachialis and biceps brachii muscles in the forelimb.
Shoulder Region Formation
- The scapula bone forms the basis of the shoulder region, providing points of attachment for extrinsic and intrinsic muscles.
Humerus Anatomy
- In the human species, the greater tubercle of the humerus is not separated into two parts.
Elbow Joint Articulation
- The humerus bone articulates with the ulna medially via a trochlea and the radius laterally via a capitulum in dogs and cats.
Muscle Attachment Sites
- The medial aspect of the humerus provides a site of attachment for the brachialis and biceps brachii muscles in the forelimb.
Forearm Anatomy
- In the distal region, the ulna shaft lies parallel to the radius.
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Test your knowledge of canine forelimb anatomy and physiology with this quiz. Explore the structures of the proximal forelimb and shoulder, including the scapula and its muscle attachments. Delve into the intricacies of this important anatomical region for understanding canine movement and function.
