Musculoskeletal System Overview - Anatomy & Physiology

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Overview of the Locomotor System

• Bones and Cartilage - Anatomy & Physiology

• Joints - Anatomy & Physiology

• Bursae and Tendons - Anatomy & Physiology

• Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology

• Musculoskeletal terminology - Anatomy & Physiology

The Trunk

Spinal Column

• Divisions and Landmarks
• Vertebrae and Joints
• Spinal Cord
• Hypaxial and Epaxial Muscles

Ribs and Sternum

• Thoracic Musculature
• Abdominal Musculature

Limbs of the Domestic Species

Forelimb

• Pectoral Girdle and Shoulder

• Proximal Forelimb and Carpus

• Distal Forelimb and Metacarpus

Hindlimb

• Pelvic Girdle and Hip

• Proximal Hindlimb and Tarsus

• Distal Hindlimb and Metatarsus