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==Introduction==

==Introduction==

The musculoskeletal system includes [[Bones and Cartilage - Anatomy & Physiology|bones]], [[Joints - Anatomy & Physiology|joints]], [[Bones and Cartilage - Anatomy & Physiology|cartilage]], [[Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology|muscles]], ligaments and [[Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology|tendons]]. In order to describe anatomical landmarks for example for the purposes of surgery and to be able to describe different directional information, for example when recording the view of a recently taken x-ray, it is necessary to have a way of describing the [[Planes and Axes - Anatomy & Physiology|planes and axes]] that can be applied to the musculoskeletal system to pinpoint a specific anatomical area.

The musculoskeletal system includes [[Bones - Anatomy & Physiology|bones]], [[Joints - Anatomy & Physiology|joints]], [[Cartilage - Anatomy & Physiology|cartilage]], [[Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology|muscles]], ligaments and [[Muscles - Anatomy & Physiology|tendons]]. In order to describe anatomical landmarks for example for the purposes of surgery and to be able to describe different directional information, for example when recording the view of a recently taken x-ray, it is necessary to have a way of describing the [[Planes and Axes - Anatomy & Physiology|planes and axes]] that can be applied to the musculoskeletal system to pinpoint a specific anatomical area.

==The Trunk==

==The Trunk==

The trunk consists of three segments: thorax, abdomen, and [[Pelvis - Anatomy & Physiology|pelvis]], each of which is bounded by body wall and contains a cavity. The thoracic cavity lies cranial to the diaphragm, whereas the abdominal cavity lies caudal.

The trunk consists of three segments: thorax, abdomen, and [[Pelvis - Anatomy & Physiology|pelvis]], each of which is bounded by body wall and contains a cavity. The thoracic cavity lies cranial to the diaphragm, whereas the abdominal cavity lies caudal.

Dorsally, the roof of all three cavities is formed by the [[Spinal Column - Anatomy & Physiology|spinal column]] and associated muscles. The pelvic cavity is defined by the borders of the bony pelvis and communicates with the abdominal cavity. The bony thorax includes the [[Ribs and Sternum - Anatomy & Physiology|ribs and sternum]]; the [[Ribs_and_Sternum_-_Anatomy_%26_Physiology#Thoracic_Musculature|thoracic musculature]] is predominantly associated with respiration. Knowledge of the [[Ribs_and_Sternum_-_Anatomy_%26_Physiology#Abdominal_Musculature|abdominal musculature]] is important when performing surgery on abdominal organs, and these muscles are traditionally divided into ventrolateral and sublumbar groups.

Dorsally, the roof of all three cavities is formed by the [[Spinal Column - Anatomy & Physiology|spinal column]] and associated muscles. The pelvic cavity is defined by the borders of the bony pelvis and communicates with the abdominal cavity. The bony thorax includes the [[Ribs and Sternum - Anatomy & Physiology|ribs and sternum]]; the [[Ribs_and_Sternum_- Anatomy & Physiology#Thoracic_Musculature|thoracic musculature]] is predominantly associated with respiration. Knowledge of the [[Ribs_and_Sternum_- Anatomy & Physiology#Abdominal_Musculature|abdominal musculature]] is important when performing surgery on abdominal organs, and these muscles are traditionally divided into ventrolateral and sublumbar groups.

==The Head and Neck==

==The Head and Neck==

===[[Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Forelimb]]===

===[[Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Forelimb]]===

*[[Canine Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Canine Forelimb]]

*[[Canine Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Canine Forelimb]]

*[[Bovine Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Bovine Forelimb]]

*[[Bovine Forelimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Bovine Forelimb]]

*[[Canine Hindlimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Canine Hindlimb]]

*[[Canine Hindlimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Canine Hindlimb]]

*[[Bovine Hindlimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Bovine Hindlimb]]

*[[Bovine Hindlimb - Anatomy & Physiology|Bovine Hindlimb]]

*[[Canine Phalanges - Anatomy & Physiology|Canine Phalanges]]

*[[Canine Phalanges - Anatomy & Physiology|Canine Phalanges]]

*[[Bovine Lower Limb - Anatomy & Physiology|Bovine Lower Limb]]

 

*[[Bovine Phalanges - Anatomy & Physiology|Bovine Phalanges]]

==Topographical anatomy==

==Topographical anatomy==

*[[Palpable Points of the Dog - Anatomy & Physiology|Palpable Points of the Dog]]

*[[Palpable Points of the Dog - Anatomy & Physiology|Palpable Points of the Dog]]

*[[Palpable Points of the Horse - Anatomy & Physiology|Palpable Points of the Horse]]

*[[Palpable Points - Horse Anatomy|Palpable Points of the Horse]]

*[[Palpable Points of the Ox - Anatomy & Physiology|Palpable Points of the Ox]]

*[[Palpable Points of the Ox - Anatomy & Physiology|Palpable Points of the Ox]]

==Test yourself with the Musculoskeletal Flashcards==

[[Musculoskeletal - Anatomy & Physiology - Flashcards|Musculoskeletal Flashcards]]

|flashcards = [[:Category:Musculoskeletal System Anatomy & Physiology Flashcards|Musculoskeletal Flashcards]]

 

==References==

==References==

Books

Books

*''Nottingham Veterinary School''

*''Nottingham Veterinary School''

 

[[Category:Musculoskeletal System]]

[[Category:Musculoskeletal System - Anatomy & Physiology]]