Abstract

Quantitative gait analysis has the potential to offer objective and unbiased gait information that can assist clinical decision-making. In recent years, a growing number of gait analysis systems have come onto the market, highlighting the demand for such technology in equine orthopaedics. However, it is imperative that the measured variables which are used as outcome parameters are supported by scientific evidence and that the interpretation of such measurements is backed by a proper understanding of the biomechanical principles of equine locomotion. This review, which is based on studies on experimentally induced lameness, summarises the currently most widely used methods for gait analysis and the available evidence concerning gait parameters that can be used to quantify gait changes due to lameness. These are discussed regarding their current and future potential for routine clinical application. (C) 2018 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Keywords

Asymmetry; Gait analysis; Horse; Lameness; Motion capture

Published in

Veterinary Journal
2018, Volume: 234, pages: 11-23
Publisher: ELSEVIER SCI LTD

SLU Authors

• Rhodin, Marie

  • Department of Clinical Sciences, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
    

UKÄ Subject classification

Clinical Science


Publication identifier

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2018.01.006

Permanent link to this page (URI)

https://res.slu.se/id/publ/95388