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==Joints of the Proximal Forelimb==
==Joints of the Proximal Forelimb==
'''[[Shoulder Joint - Anatomy & Physiology|Shoulder Joint]]'''
The shoulder joint links the humerus and the scapula at the '''glenoid cavity''', which is much smaller than the head of the humerus. While structually it is a [[Joints - Anatomy & Physiology#Types of Joints|'''ball and socket''']] joint, it functions as a [[Joints - Anatomy & Physiology#Types of Joints|'''hinge joint''']] due to extensive muscling around the articulation. The joint capsule is enlarged and extends under the tendon of the biceps, acting as a synovial sheath to protect the tendon.
'''[[Elbow Joint - Anatomy & Physiology|Elbow Joint]]'''
The Elbow is a compound joint including:
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==Common Structures of the Distal Forelimb==
==Common Structures of the Distal Forelimb==