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The suspensory ligament (middle interosseous muscle) is an entirely tendinous structure. The SL originates on the proximal aspect of the third metacarpal (cannon) and distal carpal bones.  It lies within the groove between the second and fourth metacarpal bones (splint bones), deep to the SDFT and DDFT. Running distally, it bifurcates into two extensor branches which insert on the proximal sesamoid bones. Each branch extends laterally and medially, either side of the metacarpophalangeal (feltlock) joint, to join the common digital extensor tendon. The major function of the SL is as part of the '''suspensory apparatus'''. It provides support to the fetlock by preventing hyperextension and also limits palmar flexion.
 
The suspensory ligament (middle interosseous muscle) is an entirely tendinous structure. The SL originates on the proximal aspect of the third metacarpal (cannon) and distal carpal bones.  It lies within the groove between the second and fourth metacarpal bones (splint bones), deep to the SDFT and DDFT. Running distally, it bifurcates into two extensor branches which insert on the proximal sesamoid bones. Each branch extends laterally and medially, either side of the metacarpophalangeal (feltlock) joint, to join the common digital extensor tendon. The major function of the SL is as part of the '''suspensory apparatus'''. It provides support to the fetlock by preventing hyperextension and also limits palmar flexion.
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[[Image:Equine thoracic limb tendons ML.jpg|200px|thumb|right|'''Tendons of the thoracic limb, mediolateral view''']]
    
==Pelvic Limb==
 
==Pelvic Limb==
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