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| The natural evolved structure of hoof tends to minimise catastrophic crack formation. When failure does occur it causes severe lameness and effecting a repair can be difficult. We have a system that has tested various forms of external crack repair techniques in shear loading. This data can then assist both veterinarian and farrier in making an objective approach to their repair method. |  |
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ReferencesPardoe C.H., Wilson A.M. (1999) In vitro mechanical properties
of different equine hoof wall crack fixation techniques. Equine vet.J.
31. (6) 506 – 509. Project staffHorseshoe Slip |
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As the foot contacts the ground it needs to slip to help dissipate some of the impact energy. By attaching different horseshoe materials and grip devices to the foot we alter these slip characteristics influencing the impact experienced by the limb. |
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| We are determining slip times, distances, horizontal forces and resultant energy dissipation. The effect on stance duration of various types of horseshoe along with the effects of anti slip techniques. ReferencesPardoe C.H., McGuigan M.P., RogersK.M., Rowe L.L., Wilson A.M. (2001)
The effect of shoe material on the kinetics and kinematics of foot slip
at impact. Equine vet. J. Suppl. 33. 70-73. Project staffLaminae MechanicsThe relative movement of the distal phalanx within the hoof capsule can have a marked effect on the cross lamina transference of loading as the foot is loaded. We are currently looking at this relative movement and how the loss of laminae attachment during laminitic founder increases the movement and subsequent strains within the foot. Project staff |
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