CAC Animal Anatomy and Biomechanics

Question 1

Which part of the spine is most commonly adjusted in veterinary chiropractic care?

Accepted Answer

Thoracolumbar junction

Answer

Cervical spine

Answer

Sacrum

Answer

Coccygeal vertebrae

Question 2

What is the primary function of the sacroiliac joint in quadrupeds?

Accepted Answer

Transfers force from hind limbs to the spine

Answer

Allows for rotational movement of the spine

Answer

Supports weight evenly between front and back limbs

Answer

Provides cushioning for the lumbar vertebrae

Question 3

Which of the following is a key biomechanical difference between dogs and horses?

Accepted Answer

Horses have a passive stay mechanism for weight-bearing

Answer

Dogs have more vertebrae than horses

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Horses lack spinal flexibility

Answer

Dogs use fewer muscles for running than horses

Question 4

What is the function of the intervertebral discs in animal spines?

Accepted Answer

Cushion vertebrae and absorb shock

Answer

Store energy for locomotion

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Strengthen muscle contractions

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Prevent joint movement

Question 5

Which muscle group plays a key role in spinal stabilization during animal movement?

Accepted Answer

Multifidus muscles

Answer

Quadriceps

Answer

Latissimus dorsi

Answer

Pectoral muscles

Question 6

How does the thoracic limb contribute to forward movement in quadrupeds?

Accepted Answer

Acts as a stabilizer and shock absorber

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Generates primary forward thrust

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Moves independently of the spine

Answer

Carries more weight than the pelvic limb