Influence of girth strap placement and panel flocking material on the saddle pressure pattern during riding of horses

Byström, Anna; Stalfelt, A.; Egenvall, Agneta; Peinen, K. von; Morgan, Kristin D.; Roepstorff, L.

doi:10.1111/j.2042-3306.2010.00173.x

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“…During walk speed ranges from 1.46 m/s (von Peinen et al 2009) to 1.67 m/s (Kotschwar et al 2010a) to 2.0m/s (Pullin et al 1996). While trotting values mentioned by different authors reached 3.04 m/s (Kotschwar et al 2010a), 3.5m/s (Latif et al 2010), 3.95 m/s (Byström et al 2010) respectively.…”

Section: Speed Of Movement and Ground Surfacesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The results indicated that a certain style of saddle blanket significantly affects the size of force and pressure on the horse's withers. Byström et al (2010) evaluated the influence of the girth strap placement and panel flocking material on the saddle pressure pattern. Three combinations of different parameters (wool or foam panels and traditional girthing, wool panel, a n d v-system girthing) were used.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Even small changes (0.1 m/s) in the speed of locomotion are known to alter pressure parameters (Bogisch et al 2008). Byström et al (2010) assessed the influence of girth strap placement on the saddle pressure pattern. They found that speed significantly effected the total force and the peak pressure.…”

Section: Speed Of Movement and Ground Surfacesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In the studies carried out by Byström et al (2010), Clayton et al (2010), andde Cocq et al (2006) the mat was calibrated prior to each data collection session or at the beginning of every measurement day, respectively. Geutjens et al (2008) also calibrated each half of the pressure mat prior to the start of data collection.…”

Section: Calibration Of the Systemmentioning

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A review of pressure measurement on the contact surface between the horse and the rider

Janura¹,

Cabell²,

Svoboda³

et al. 2012

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4 SummaryThe use of systems for pressure measurement between the rider's body and the back of the horse is a relatively new procedure. The size and transfer of the load inside the horse-pad-saddle-rider system can be assessed in various ways. This paper provides a review of literature published from 1994 to 2010 that discusses using pressure mapping systems for measuring the contact load between the horse and its rider. Literature was obtained using common scientific databases such as Web of Science, SCOPUS and PubMed entering the key words: "horse", "pressure", and "back". The first published studies aimed to verify sensor parameters and to minimize animal-and operator-induced errors. In order to obtain valid and reliable data, it is important to perform pressure measurements under highly standardized conditions. Moreover using properly established guidelines for calibrating and placing sensors is crucial for receiving valid data. Subsequent studies focused on the influence of various types of saddles, pads, blankets and adjustments of saddle fit on the loading of the horse's back. Results of these studies showed that using pressure mapping systems provide a useful evaluation of the load applied to the area of contact between the horse and rider. A properly fitted saddle with a pad can serve as a shock absorber. Literature findings suggest that improving the fit of a saddle by using a saddle pad needs to be individually adapted for each horse and rider. Considering the current status of literature on the use of pressure mapping systems in horseback riding future research should concentrate on using data obtained by biomechanical modelling of contact surfaces, including their interactions; on determining a "normal pattern" of pressure distribution on the equine back; and on finding a way to include individual parameters of the horse and its rider into the overall assessment.

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Section: Speed Of Movement and Ground Surfacesmentioning

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Section: Calibration Of the Systemmentioning

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A review of pressure measurement on the contact surface between the horse and the rider

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Cabell²,

Svoboda³

et al. 2012

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“…Pressure-sensing technology has been adopted from medical and mechanical applications. Several authors have garnered valid information for horse equipment design and fit Byström et al, 2010;Fruehwirth et al, 2004;Hofmann et al, 2006;Kotschwar et al, 2010;Latif et al, 2010;Meschan et al, 2007;Monkemoller et al, 2005;Nyikos et al, 2005;von Peinen et al, 2010;Werner et al, 2002;Winkelmayr et al, 2006). More recently, attempts have been made to use this technology to measure changes in pressure on the horse's back from the rider's seat and legs (Belock et al, 2012;Byström et al, 2009;Byström et al, 2010;Clayton et al, 2013;de Cocq et al, 2008;de Cocq et al, 2009;de Cocq et al, 2010a, de Cocq et al, 2010b, Geutjens et al, 2008Nevison et al, 2011;Nevison and Timmis, 2013;Peham, 2008;Peham et al, 2004;von Peinen et al, 2009).…”

Section: Pressure-sensing Instruments For Use Under Rider And/or Saddlementioning

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Evolving protocols for research in equitation science

Pierard

Hall

Borstel

et al. 2015

Journal of Veterinary Behavior

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Within the emerging discipline of Equitation Science the application of consistent methodology, including robust objective measures, is required for sound scientific evaluation. This report aims to provide an evaluation of current methodology and to propose some initial guidelines for future research. The value of research, especially that involving small sample sizes, can be enhanced by the application of consistent methodology and reporting enabling results to be compared across studies. This paper includes guidelines for experimental design in studies involving the ridden horse. Equine ethograms currently used are reviewed and factors to be considered in the development of a riddenhorse ethogram are evaluated. An assessment of methods used to collect behavioral and physiological data is included and the use of equipment for measurements (e.g., rein-tension and pressure-sensing instruments) is discussed. Equitation science is a new discipline, subject to evolving viewpoints on research foci and design. Technological advances may improve the accuracy and detail of measurements, but must be used within appropriate and valid experimental designs.

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