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Which ligament is also known as the ligament of the head of femur?
In the stifle joint, which ligament is responsible for preventing hyperextension of the joint?
In the stifle joint, which ligament attaches to the cranial aspect of the tibia and prevents the tibia from shifting forward?
Which ligament in the stifle joint attaches to the caudal aspect of the femur and prevents the femur from moving too far forward?
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Which joint is also referred to as the tarsal joint?
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Study Notes
Ligaments of the Hip and Stifle Joints
- The ligament of the head of femur is also known as the round ligament of the femur head.
- The cranial cruciate ligament is responsible for preventing hyperextension of the stifle joint.
- The cranial cruciate ligament attaches to the cranial aspect of the tibia and prevents the tibia from shifting forward in the stifle joint.
- The caudal cruciate ligament attaches to the caudal aspect of the femur and prevents the femur from moving too far forward in the stifle joint.
Tarsal Joint
- The tarsal joint is also referred to as the ankle joint.
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Test your knowledge of the ligaments and articulations of the hip joint and stifle joint in the canine hindlimb with this anatomy quiz. Identify the ligaments and understand their roles in these important joints.
