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==Common structures of the Proximal Forelimb and Shoulder==

==Common structures of the Proximal Forelimb and Shoulder==

*'''[[Scapula - Anatomy and Physiology|Scapula]]'''The Scapula forms the basis of the shoulder region, providing points of attachment of extrinsic and intrinsic muscles.  It is held in place by a synsarcosis of muscles and does not form a conventional articulation with the trunk.

*'''[[Scapula - Anatomy and Physiology|Scapula]]'''

The Scapula forms the basis of the shoulder region, providing points of attachment of extrinsic and intrinsic muscles.  It is held in place by a synsarcosis of muscles and does not form a conventional articulation with the trunk.

**In ungulates, the dorsal border is extended by a scapular cartilage, which enlarges the area for muscle attachment.  This ossifies with age.

**In ungulates, the dorsal border is extended by a scapular cartilage, which enlarges the area for muscle attachment.  This ossifies with age.

**The bone is roughly triangular, with a prominent '''spine''' that can be palpated through the skin

**The bone is roughly triangular, with a prominent '''spine''' that can be palpated through the skin