Hock
Hock
Hock (/hɒk/), also known as the tarsus in medical terminology, is a joint in the hind limbs of certain quadruped mammals such as horses and dogs. The hock is analogous to the ankle in humans.
Etymology
The term "hock" is derived from the Old English "hoh", which means "heel". In the context of animals, it has been used since the early 17th century.
Anatomy
The hock joint is a complex structure composed of several smaller joints, and it plays a crucial role in the animal's locomotion. It is located between the tibia and fibula (bones of the lower leg) and the metatarsal bones (bones of the foot). The hock joint includes the tarsal bones, which are equivalent to the tarsus in humans.
Related Terms
- Tarsus: The collection of seven articulating bones in each foot.
- Tibia: The larger and stronger of the two bones in the leg below the knee in vertebrates.
- Fibula: The outer and usually smaller of the two bones between the knee and ankle in the hind or lower limbs of vertebrates.
- Metatarsal bones: The five long bones in the foot.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hock
- Wikipedia's article - Hock
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