Skeleton

Question 0

Axial Skeleton

Answer 0

consists of the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage

Question 1

Musculoskeletal System

Answer 1

gives the body its structure and movement, is comprised of bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and connective tissues

Question 2

Appendicular Skeleton

Answer 2

consists of front and hind limbs

Question 3

How many bones are in the horse’s body?

Answer 3

just over 200 bones

Question 4

What does the alignment of the bones of a horse’s body determine?

Answer 4

its conformation, movement, mechanics, and efficiency

Question 5

What results in bone loss?

Answer 5

injuries, inactivity, and high doses of corticosteroids

Question 6

Bone Remodeling

Answer 6

the body’s process of removing or adding bone and remodeling can be caused by compression, tension, or flexion; this remodeling enables bones to develop, mend, and strengthen

Question 7

How can a horse’s bone strength and his long term skeletal health improve?

Answer 7

deliberate conditioning that includes progressive loading of anaerobic speed work for very brief intervals of time