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Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
Revision as of 10:51, 15 August 2008
, 10:51, 15 August 2008→Extrinsic Musculature Forelimb
==Muscles of the Forelimb==
==Muscles of the Forelimb==
===Extrinsic Musculature Forelimb===
===Extrinsic Musculature===
These muscle are responsible for joining tht forelimb to the trunk, forming a synsarcosis rather than a conventional joint. Collectively, they act to transfer the weight of the body to the forelimbs as well as stabilize the scapula.
These muscle are responsible for joining tht forelimb to the trunk, forming a synsarcosis rather than a conventional joint. Collectively, they act to transfer the weight of the body to the forelimbs as well as stabilize the scapula.