Basic three-dimensional kinematics of the vertebral column of horses walking on a treadmill

Abstract

Conclusions-This direct measurement method provides 3-dimensional kinematic data for flexion-extension, lateral bending, and axial rotation of the thoracolumbar portion of the vertebral column of horses walking on a treadmill. Regional differences were observed in the magnitude and pattern of the rotations. Understanding of the normal kinematics of the vertebral column in healthy horses is a prerequisite for a better understanding of abnormal function.

Published in

American Journal of Veterinary Research
2000, volume: 61, number: 4, pages: 399-406
Publisher: AMER VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOC

SLU Authors

• Roepstorff, Lars

  • Department of Animal Biosciences, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
    
  • Department of Anatomy and Histology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
    

• Johnston, Christopher

  • Department of Anatomy and Histology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
    

UKÄ Subject classification

Other Medical Sciences not elsewhere specified

Publication identifier

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.2460/ajvr.2000.61.399

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https://res.slu.se/id/publ/43997