Chapter 27: The Musculoskeletal System
1. calcium and phosphorus
2. closing of the joint
5. hock
6. The parts of the musculoskeletal system are the bones, muscles, tendons, and
7. The axial skeleton contains the bones of the body that lie perpendicular or length–
wise. This includes the skull, spinal column, ribs, and sternum.
10. Arthritis is a common condition of older animals in which the joints become
inflamed, and other changes in the joints may also be noted. This condition
causes lameness and pain and worsens over time.
Signs of arthritis in animals include:
• Hesitancy to jump, run, or climb stairs
Clinical Situation
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