Which ligaments connect the sesamoid bones to the pastern bones?

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Which ligaments connect the sesamoid bones to the pastern bones?

Sesamoidean ligaments connect the proximal sesamoid bones to the pastern (proximal phalanx). These ligaments come in straight, oblique, and cruciate varieties, and they anchor each sesamoid to the palmar/plantar surface of the pastern bone. This connection helps stabilize the fetlock–pastern region and transmits load during movement, which is why these ligaments are essential for proper limb mechanics. In contrast, collateral ligaments stabilize joints from the sides, capsular ligaments are part of the joint capsule, and a separate group called “pastern ligaments” isn’t used in standard anatomy.

Sesamoidean ligaments connect the proximal sesamoid bones to the pastern (proximal phalanx). These ligaments come in straight, oblique, and cruciate varieties, and they anchor each sesamoid to the palmar/plantar surface of the pastern bone. This connection helps stabilize the fetlock–pastern region and transmits load during movement, which is why these ligaments are essential for proper limb mechanics. In contrast, collateral ligaments stabilize joints from the sides, capsular ligaments are part of the joint capsule, and a separate group called “pastern ligaments” isn’t used in standard anatomy.

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