Ligaments
What is the primary ligament that stabilizes the knee in horses?
The collateral ligament
What tendon is responsible for flexing the horse's leg?
the deep digital flexor tendon
Which bone in the horse's lower leg is known as the cannon bone?
metacarpal III
Which ligament connects the proximal sesamoid bones to the first phalanx?
Straight sesamoidean ligament
Name the tendon that connects the muscle to the bone at the back of the horse's forelimb.
The superficial digital flexor tendon
Name the bones that make up the lower leg below the knee in horses.
Metacarpals II, III, VI
Describe the role of the suspensory ligament in horse locomotion.
It supports the fetlock joint and prevents overextension.
What is the primary function of the common digital extensor tendon
to extend the digits of the horse
Identify the three main carpal bones in the horse's knee.
What are the radial, intermediate, and ulnar carpal bones
What is the function of the sesamoid bones in the lower leg?
They provide support and reduce friction for tendons.
Which ligament connects the navicular bone to the distal phalanx?
Impar ligament
The superficial digital flexor tendon (SDFT) inserts primarily on which structure?
Second phalanx
Explain the role of the carpal bones in the horse's forelimb.
they provide support and flexibility in the knee
Identify the main differences between the forelimb and hindlimb bones in horses.
the forelimb bones are generally more robust and adapted for weight-bearing
Explain how ligament injuries can affect a horse's performance.
they can lead to instability, pain, and reduced range of motion
How can tendon injuries be classified in horses
acute, chronic, and degenerative injuries
Discuss the importance of bone density in the horse's lower leg.
it affects strength, performance, and injury risk