The ascending ropes proceed forward on the middle of the back, twisting over each other, and are tied to the Surcingle and collar.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
These descending ropes are carried forward on the sides of the body and tied to the Surcingle and to the neck collar.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
If the pains are violent and continuous, they may be checked by pinching the back or by putting a tight Surcingle around the body in front of the udder.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler