Tag Archives for kinematics
A preliminary study investigating the effect of rug-wearing on measured stride length in horses
01/07/2025 by McTimoney Animal
in kinematic effects
Wearing rugs decreases horses’ walk stride length, indicating a potential effect on horses’ musculoskeletal system.
An investigation into the effect of increasing rider weight on the horses’ metacarpal, metacarpophalangeal, metatarsal, metatarsophalangeal joint flexions and stride length in walk and trot.
10/07/2024 by McTimoney Animal
in horse-rider interactions
The ethical weight bearing capacity of horses has been under scrutiny through equine professionals, veterinary surgeons, coaches, judges and riders for many years. Literature within this area is limited. The average weight of people in the UK is rising research…
A study investigating the potential effect of equine brachiocephalicus muscle tenderness on forelimb kinematics.
29/05/2017 by McTimoney Animal
in kinematic effects
Evidence that asymmetrical muscle tenderness in the brachiocephalicus muscle may influence forelimb kinematics
Results suggest when evaluating muscle tenderness by pressure algometry, site within the muscle may be important
An investigation into the relationship between asymmetrical loading of the stirrups by the rider and hind-limb kinematics of the horse during rising trot.
29/05/2017 by McTimoney Animal
in horse-rider interactions, kinematic effects
Evidence of a relationship between horse hindlimb peak flight arc asymmetry and rider stirrup force asymmetry
Providing further evidence and understanding of horse-saddle-rider interaction
When it comes to back care, size really doesn’t matter. In African safari elephants, does carrying a rider – or multiple riders – impact on musculoskeletal integrity?
29/08/2016 by McTimoney Animal
in kinematic effects
Investigation of the effect of weight bearing on joint and limb segment angles in fore and hind limbs of the ridden elephant.
The presence of rider(s) influences MS angles and ROM in the limb segments and joints of elephants
The use of a saddle may modify the potential for musculoskeletal compromise.
