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Goniometric evaluation of both forelimbs and hind limbs in two species of Neotropical monkeys
Author(s) -
Conceição Renato Tavares,
Rahal Sheila Canevese,
Melchert Alessandra,
Bortoloni Zara,
Teixeira Carlos Roberto,
Imbeloni Aline Amaral,
Monteiro Frederico Ozanan Barros
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
journal of medical primatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.31
H-Index - 42
eISSN - 1600-0684
pISSN - 0047-2565
DOI - 10.1111/jmp.12139
Subject(s) - forelimb , tarsus (eyelids) , elbow , hindlimb , anatomy , elbow flexion , biology , captivity , goniometer , tarsal joint , medicine , surgery , zoology , mathematics , geometry , eyelid
Background The aim of this study was to evaluate the goniometric measurements of the forelimb and hind limb joints in two species of Neotropical primates maintained in captivity. Methods Eighteen intact monkeys organized into two groups were studied: Group 1–9 brown howlers ( Alouatta fusca ), and Group 2–9 tufted capuchins ( Sapajus apella ). Results Significant differences were observed in the maximum flexion of the shoulder, elbow, carpus, stifle, and tarsus (G1>G2); maximum extension and abduction of the shoulder (G1G2) and adduction (G1G2). The ROM was significantly different in all joints: shoulder (G1G2), hip (G1>G2), stifle (G1