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Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
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==Joints of the Distal Forelimb==
==Joints of the Distal Forelimb==
'''[[Carpal Joint - Anatomy & Physiology|Carpal Joint]]'''
*'''[[Metacarpal Joint - Anatomy & Physiology|Metacarpal Joint]]'''
The carpal joint is a compound joint composed of:
*The '''antebrachiocarpal joint''' between the radius/ulna and the proximal carpal bones
*The '''middle carpal joint''' between the two rows of carpal bones
*The '''carpometacarpal joint''' between the distal carpal bones and the proximal metacarpals
The joint is a synovial joint, comprised of a common outer fibrous capsule and three inner synovial pouches, one for each joint. Numerous ligaments add to the stability of the joint and ensure movement is limited to the [[Planes and Axes - Anatomy & Physiology|sagittal plane]].
'''[[Metacarpal Joint - Anatomy & Physiology|Metacarpal Joint]]'''
==Muscles of the Forelimb==
==Muscles of the Forelimb==