Variability in lower leg aids used to achieve gait transitions on a Dressage Simulator

Nevison, Charlotte M.; Hughes, Ann‐Marie; Cole, Michael

doi:10.1016/j.jveb.2011.05.010

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“…Furthermore, assessment of equestrian technique can be based on undefined terms like "feel". Early examples of measurements include rein tension Manfredi et al, 2005;Warren-Smith et al, 2007;Heleski et al, 2009;Manfredi et al, 2009;Clayton et al, 2011;Kuhnke et al, 2010;Christensen et al, 2011;Hawson et al, 2014, König von Borstel andGlißmann, 2014), leg pressure (Nevison et al, 2011, Hawson et al, 2012 and pressure from the seat (de Cocq et al, 2010b;Clayton et al, 2013). These studies were conducted to take the guesswork out of equitation, to identify what works and what does not and to ensure that, wherever possible, techniques that compromise horse welfare are addressed.…”

Section: Measurement Of Human-horse Interactionmentioning

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“…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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Section: Measurement Of Human-horse Interactionmentioning

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

confidence: 99%

Evolving protocols for research in equitation science

Pierard

Hall

Borstel

et al. 2015

Journal of Veterinary Behavior

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“…Equestrian riders use their whole body to communicate with horses in mounted disciplines such as dressage, jumping or Icelandic horse riding, where a horse and a rider should move together in harmony [ 1 ]. A rider uses various methods to communicate with a horse, by distributing the body weight in the saddle [ 2 ], by applying pressure with the legs on a horse’s side [ 3 ] or by using the reins to interact with a horse’s mouth [ 4 , 5 ]. To apply these methods correctly, riders must be aware of horse behaviour and learning theory [ 6 ].…”

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Biomechanical variables in Icelandic horse riders and the effect on tölt performance: A pilot study

Sätter,

McGawley,

Connysson

et al. 2023

PLoS ONE

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Aim To identify how riding rein direction (left and right) and rider asymmetry affect tölt performance in Icelandic horses. Methods Two horses were ridden in tölt by four riders on both left and right reins. Riders wore pressure insoles that measured the total absolute force (FAbs) and absolute force difference (FDiff) in their left and right feet in the stirrups. A 3D motion-analysis system recorded the degrees of side-to-side movement in the pelvis (RollP) and in the thoracolumbar region (RollT). Lateral advanced placement (LAP) and duty factor (DF) were calculated to determine tölt performance. One-way ANOVAs were used to assess the effect of rein direction on rider asymmetry variables (FAbs, FDiff, RollP and RollT) and tölt performance (LAP, DF) on a group level (n = 8). Within-subject Spearman rank correlations (ρ) were computed to determine the effect of rider asymmetry variables on tölt performance on an individual level. Results LAP was closer to 25% on the left rein compared to the right rein (mean difference: 1.8±1.2%; F(1,7) = 16.333; p = 0.005, η2p = 0.700). In addition, DF was lower on the left rein compared to the right rein (mean difference: 1.9±0.8%; F(1,7) = 41.299; p<0.001, η2p = 0.855). Individual relationships between RollT and LAP ranged from small negative to very large positive and reached significance for one rider (ρ = 0.730; p = 0.040). Individual relationships between RollP and DF ranged from very large negative to very large positive and reached significance for two riders (ρ = 0.731; p = 0.040; ρ = -0.723 p = 0.043). Conclusion Rein direction might influence tölt performance. Individual relationships between rider asymmetry and tölt performance were highly variable and reached significance in some instances, indicating that the relationship between rider asymmetry and tölt performance is highly individual. This type of biomechanical data can be used to provide valuable feedback to guide equestrians and coaches.

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