Kinetic and Kinematic Analysis of Dogs Suffering from Hip Osteoarthritis and Healthy Dogs Across Different Physical Activities

Souza, Alexandre Navarro Alves de; Escobar, Andrés Sebastian Aristizabal; Germano, Bruno; Farias, Claudia L. F.; Gomes, Luana F. F.; Matera, Júlia Maria

doi:10.1055/s-0038-1677509

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“…Osteoarthritis is estimated to affect the joints of 2.5% of all dogs in the United Kingdom [15]. It causes stiffness and pain which may directly impact the dog's desire, and ability, to walk [16]. Owners of osteoarthritic dogs may be advised by veterinary surgeons to limit their dogs' exercise to help manage their condition [17].…”

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Slower, shorter, sadder: a qualitative study exploring how dog walks change when the canine participant develops osteoarthritis

Belshaw

Dean²,

Asher

2020

BMC Vet Res

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Background: Dog walking may have multiple physical and mental health advantages, but not all dog owners appear to benefit. Dog health is a described barrier to dog walking activity, but specific causes and impacts of reduced exercise in owners of dogs with health problems have not previously been reported. The current study used a qualitative methodology to explore the impact of canine osteoarthritis on dog walking activity. Methods: Owners of dogs with osteoarthritis living in the United Kingdom (UK) were recruited through veterinary practices for semi-structured interview about life with an osteoarthritic dog. Participants were asked to reflect on walks that they had taken with their dog before he/she developed osteoarthritis, and to describe how those walks had changed. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and thematic analysis was used to construct key themes. Results: Forty owners of 35 osteoarthritic dogs were interviewed. Prior to their dog's development of osteoarthritis, dog walking distance, speed and location were usually decided by the owner to satisfy the needs and enjoyment of dog and walker. A diagnosis of canine osteoarthritis led to both dogs and their owners altering the walks undertaken. Walks were typically slower, shorter and limited to locations where physical infrastructure, underfoot surface and gradients were perceived by the owner to be navigable by their dog. Most owners did not go on additional walks without their dog due to feelings of guilt and because walking without a dog was less enjoyable. Many owners described negative effects on their own physical health and diminished enjoyment of walking as a result of their dog's condition. Conclusion: Our research suggests that osteoarthritic dogs may reduce the walking exercise their owners are able or willing to undertake. Since osteoarthritis is a common condition in older dogs, this is an important finding for those advocating dog ownership as a positive public health intervention. Strategies may be needed to ensure that owners of dogs that develop physical incapacities can continue to enjoy the health benefits they previously associated with dog walking. Future studies investigating dog walking activity should ensure that the health status of the dog has been considered.

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Slower, shorter, sadder: a qualitative study exploring how dog walks change when the canine participant develops osteoarthritis

Belshaw

Dean²,

Asher

2020

BMC Vet Res

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“…The kinematic analysis of stifle movement in non‐lame dogs during the STST demonstrates excellent intra‐ and inter‐observer repeatability (Feeney et al ., 2007). The range of motion of the hip joint of healthy dogs is increased when compared to dogs with hip dysplasia, and this difference is accentuated with the STST when contrasted with normal walking motion (Souza et al ., 2019).…”

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Objective comparison of a sit to stand test to the walk test for the identification of unilateral lameness caused by cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs

Triviño,

Davidson,

Clements

et al. 2023

J of Small Animal Practice

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ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to evaluate a sit to stand test with the walk test for the identification of unilateral cranial cruciate ligament rupture in dogs.Materials and MethodsPeak vertical force and vertical impulse were measured on a pressure‐sensitive walkway, during a sit to stand test and walk test, and in 10 dogs with unilateral cranial cruciate ligament rupture and 18 non‐lame dogs. Data collected were used to calculate symmetry indices (SI) of ipsilateral and contralateral hindlimbs (HL), diagonal limb pairs (DLP) and ipsilateral limb pairs (ILP).ResultsThe symmetry indices of peak vertical force of HL during the walk test and sit to stand test were 100% and 90% sensitive for discriminating lame and non‐lame dogs respectively. The symmetry indices of vertical impulse of HLs during the walk test and sit to stand test were 100% and 50% sensitive for discriminating lame and non‐lame dogs respectively. Analysis of ipsilateral and diagonal limb pairs did not improve the discrimination in either test. The time taken to collect data from the sit to stand test data was shorter than for the walk test.Clinical SignificanceWhilst the sit to stand test required a shorter time for collection of data than the walk test, it did not accurately identify all dogs with lameness associated with CCLR, and thus has relatively limited clinical utility in its tested form.

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“…This type of computer-assisted gait analysis can be used to objectively evaluate various motion elements that cannot be perceived by the human eye. Kinematic and kinetic gait analyses have been used by many researchers [19][20][21][22][23].…”

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Effect of a Corset on the Gait of Healthy Beagle Dogs

Itoi

Kawata²,

Fukuda³

et al. 2021

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The prognosis for intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), a common neurologic disease in dogs, varies, with some cases requiring long-term rehabilitation. Corsets are used as part of the physical rehabilitation of dogs, and one of these, the Anifull Dog’s Corset Pro, is manufactured and sold by Daiya Industry Co., Ltd. This corset is used to relieve pain caused by spinal cord and vertebral diseases, and to prevent neurological conditions from worsening, by limiting spinal movement. However, the effect of the Anifull Dog’s Corset Pro on gait has not yet been clarified. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate the effects of this corset on the gait of dogs using kinematic and kinetic analyses. Five healthy beagle dogs wearing corsets were trotted, kinematic and kinetic parameters were measured using motion capture and force plates, and the results were compared to those obtained when the dogs were not wearing a corset. The range of motion of the angle formed by the 13th thoracic vertebra and the 7th lumbar vertebra at the apex of the 7th cervical vertebra was significantly reduced in the corset-wearing dogs. Thus, the Anifull Dog’s Corset Pro may improve trunk stability without affecting gait.

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Kinetic and Kinematic Analysis of Dogs Suffering from Hip Osteoarthritis and Healthy Dogs Across Different Physical Activities

Cited by 10 publications

References 24 publications

Slower, shorter, sadder: a qualitative study exploring how dog walks change when the canine participant develops osteoarthritis

Slower, shorter, sadder: a qualitative study exploring how dog walks change when the canine participant develops osteoarthritis

Objective comparison of a sit to stand test to the walk test for the identification of unilateral lameness caused by cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs

Effect of a Corset on the Gait of Healthy Beagle Dogs

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