OSTEOLOGIA DESCRITIVA DO MEMBRO TORÁCICO DE BOVINOS

• DOI: 10.51473/rcmos.v1i1.2024.549
• Publication Date: 2024-06-29T11:44:33Z
• Authors: Gabriele Barros M...; Carolina Maia De ...; Maria Clara Avile...; Lohayne Rodrigues...; Ingrid de Castro ...; Emilly Matos Barbosa; Rebecca Pinto Per...; Ana Lúcia Gomes d...; Jéssica Ferreira ...; Fabianny Nathaly ...; Adriana Lessa De ...; Camila Anselmé Dutra; Aguinaldo Francis...

The osteology of the thoracic limb of cattle is fundamental to understanding the functionality and health of these animals. The thoracic limb, composed of bones such as the scapula, humerus, radius, ulna, carpal bones, metacarpals, and phalanges, plays a crucial role in locomotion, support, and the execution of various activities essential for the survival and productivity of cattle. The scapula indirectly connects the limb to the trunk, providing a base for the insertion of muscles that facilitate movement. The humerus, being the long bone of the arm, is vital for the strength and mobility of the limb. The radius and ulna form the forearm, allowing the flexion and extension movements necessary for walking and running. The carpal bones, metacarpals, phalanges, and sesamoid bones make up the structure of the wrist and fingers, essential for stability and weight distribution. The health and integrity of the bones of the thoracic limb are essential for the well-being of cattle. Osteological problems, such as fractures, osteoarthritis, or deformities, can compromise locomotion, causing pain and reducing the ability to graze and feed, which directly affects the animal’s productivity. Additionally, efficient locomotion is crucial for reproduction, allowing cattle to move freely in search of partners and resources. Although this information is widely found in books, there is a scarcity of scientific articles that detail the osteology of cattle. Therefore, this article aims to describe the bones of the bovine thoracic limb, providing a more accessible reference for professionals in the field.