Injuries and developmental abnormalities can also result in lameness. Some diseases of the nervous system may also affect muscle function. The anatomy of the musculoskeletal system is described in Normal Anatomy of Bones, Joints, Muscles, Ligaments and Tendons and Joint Anatomy . Disorders of the nervous system including the brain may result from improper development of the nervous tissue and its associated organs, or from damage due to trauma or infections.
Many conditions exist which are genetic in origin.
Normal Anatomy and Development . The more common diseases of the muscles, joints, bones and the nervous system in puppies are listed below. Inc. All rights reserved.