Metatarsal retinaculum of extensors

Retinaculum extensorum metatarsale

Definition

The Equidae and Ruminants have a retinaculum of metatarsal extensors affected to all the extensor tendons of the digits (lateral and short extensor included) and inserted on the proximal extremity of the metatarsus. It was called 'metatarsal bridle' in France.

References

Anatomie comparée des mammifère domestiques - 5th edition - Robert Barone - Vigot