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===[[Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology#Scapula|Scapula]]===
===[[Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology#Scapula|Scapula]]===
The scapula is the bone found at the most proximal region of the forelimb and provides articulation between the limb and the trunk. The scapula is a flat bone that lies laterally over the thoracic region but does not directly articulate with the ribs and is instead held in place by the '''pelvic girdle'''. Therefore the canine forelimb does not have a direct link with the trunk but instead the scapula provides an anchoring point for a ''synsarcosis'', or arrangement of muscles facilitating the carriage of the weight of the body onto the forelimb.
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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. The spine culminates in the '''acromion'''. The scapular cartilage is comprised of only a very narrow rim.
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. The spine culminates in the '''acromion'''. The scapular cartilage is comprised of only a very narrow rim.