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Posted: 27th August 2013

Breakthrough for gait analysis
New method uncovered for measuring horse movements

Recent research into equine gait analysis could provide veterinary surgeons with an improved method for analysing movement patterns in lame horses.

Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and the University of Copenhagen used sensors to measure limb movements outside of the gait laboratory.

Traditionally, vets have only been able to study movement in a gait laboratory, meaning it is usually only possible to study a few steps in a straight line at one time.

Lead researchers Thilo Pfau and Emil Olsen found that by using inertial sensors, it was possible to measure horse movement accurately.

Dr Olsen explained: "Our previous research shows that inertial sensors placed right above the horse’s fetlock joint can be used to reliably determine the timing of the hoof’s contact with the ground."

The method could allow researchers to study the motor skills and movement patterns more thoroughly than before.

Dr Olsen added: "Our goal with this new system is to achieve a broader screening of the horse’s coordination, and through that, to be able to discover diseases and problems earlier.

"It will also be possible to monitor diagnostics and rehabilitation outside the gait lab with equipment economically within reach for most vets."



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