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==Introduction==

==Introduction==

These muscles are responsible for joining the 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 to stabilize the [[Limb Bones and Cartilages - Horse Anatomy#Scapula|scapula]].

These muscles are responsible for joining the 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 to stabilize the [[Limb Bones and Cartilages - Horse Anatomy#Scapula|scapula]].

:'''Action''': Draws the limb forward and elevates the limb and neck. Fixes the [[Limb Bones and Cartilages - Horse Anatomy#Scapula|scapula]] against the trunk.

:'''Action''': Draws the limb forward and elevates the limb and neck. Fixes the [[Limb Bones and Cartilages - Horse Anatomy#Scapula|scapula]] against the trunk.

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