Stifle
Stifle
Stifle (/ˈstaɪfəl/), from the Old English styfel, is a term used in veterinary medicine to refer to the joint where the femur (thigh bone) meets the tibia (shin bone) and patella (kneecap) in the hind leg of a quadruped mammal such as a horse or dog.
Etymology
The term "stifle" originates from the Old English styfel, which means "to support". It is related to the German word Stiffel for "pillar" or "support".
Anatomy
The stifle joint is analogous to the human knee and is often referred to as the "knee" of a quadruped animal. It is a complex joint that includes the femur, tibia, and patella. The stifle joint is supported by various ligaments and tendons, including the cruciate ligaments and the patellar ligament.
Related Terms
- Cruciate Ligament: A pair of ligaments in the stifle joint that cross each other, connecting the femur and tibia and allowing for the joint's movement.
- Patellar Ligament: A ligament that connects the patella to the tibia, providing support to the stifle joint.
- Femur: The thigh bone, which is part of the stifle joint.
- Tibia: The shin bone, which is part of the stifle joint.
- Patella: The kneecap, which is part of the stifle joint.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stifle
- Wikipedia's article - Stifle
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