Locomotor Biomechanics

Question 1

How do visual lameness markers relate to biomiechanics?

Answer 1

GRF (force acting on body) irect link between movement and foce (F=MA)

Question 2

Outline common lameness indicators

Answer 2

> most commonly 
- head nod
- hip or pelvic hike 
> limb movmeent
- fetlock joint angle (~force)
- foot placement (tracking under body) 
- swing phase (eg. toe drag) 
- step length 
- cranial - caudal phase