Head and Neck 2

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  • Head and Neck 2
    • Tonic Neck Reactions
      • Primitive reflex actions
      • Neck flexion- flexion of forelimbs, extension of hind limbs, jumping bascule, pull pattern of movement
      • Neck extension- extension of forelimbs, flexion of hind limbs, horse lifting head when breaking
        • Pull pattern of movement
    • Nuchal Ligament
      • Strong but elastic
      • Attached between T4 and occipital tuberocity and cervical vertebrae
      • Works agains gravity to hold head up with little energy
    • Cantilever beam
      • Head 4% BW, neck 6% BW

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