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The bovine digital cushion--a descriptive anatomical study.

M Räber1, Ch J Lischer, H Geyer

  • 1Veterinary Surgical Clinic, University of Zürich, Winterthurerstr. 260, Zürich CH-8057, Switzerland. mraber@vetanat.unizh.ch

Veterinary Journal (London, England : 1997)
|April 15, 2004
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The bovine digital cushion

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Anatomy
  • Bovine Podiatry

Background:

  • The digital cushion is crucial for shock absorption in bovine claws.
  • Optimal function of suspensory and supporting structures prevents claw lesions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the anatomical structure of the bovine digital cushion.
  • To investigate age-related changes in digital cushion composition.

Main Methods:

  • Dissection of sound claws from 54 slaughtered cows.
  • Gross anatomical examination of the digital cushion structure.

Main Results:

  • The digital cushion comprises three longitudinal pads (axial, middle, abaxial) with transverse connections.
  • The middle pad's frequent termination at the distal phalanx apex may impair cushioning.
  • Age-related changes include fat infiltration followed by collagenous tissue replacement in heifers.

Conclusions:

  • Digital cushion structure and age-related changes influence its shock-absorbing capacity.
  • Potential for reduced cushioning may increase susceptibility to digital cushion ulcers.

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