The Equine Documentalist

The primary mechanical role of the suspensory ligament is to resist excessive fetlock extension during stance. From a farriery perspective, […]

Palmar angle describes the orientation of the solar margin of the distal phalanx relative to the ground in the standing

Hoof Capsule Distortion: A Simple Mechanical Explanation Image credit: The Hoof Architect In response to the brilliant article from the

Mechanical, Neuromotor, and Autonomic Pathways of Influence Abstract The horse–rider relationship is often analysed through behavioural, training, or isolated biomechanical

How a horse lands is recognised as a factor in lameness and predisposition to pathology, such as side bone or

The orientation of the distal phalanx (P3, or coffin bone) within the hoof capsule is a central parameter in equine

Does rotation exist and what causes it? There is a fierce debate on social media about laminitis. The arguments have

The effects of posture on equine musculoskeletal health have been recognised subjectively and visually and are now becoming quantified through

1.0 Introduction The hoofs interaction with the ground should provide the horse with mechanical and functional efficiency while considering the

Changes in hoof balance are associated with increased strains in the soft tissue structures of the equine digit and injury.

An investigation into the current hoof balance parameters and the quantification and definition of a new hoof balance paradigm The

The interconnectivity of the horse’s musculoskeletal system, and the complexities of movement is continuously being unravelled and has taken large