Understanding hind limb lameness signs in horses using simple rigid body mechanics (2015)
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Starke, S. D., May, S. A., & Pfau, T. (2015). Understanding hind limb lameness signs in horses using simple rigid body mechanics. Journal of Biomechanics, 48(12), 3323-3331. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2015.06.019

Hind limb lameness detection in horses relies on the identification of movement asymmetry which can be based on multiple pelvic landmarks. This study explains the poorly understood relationship between hind limb lameness pointers, related to the tube... Read More about Understanding hind limb lameness signs in horses using simple rigid body mechanics.

The effect of trotting speed on the evaluation of subtle lameness in horses
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Starke, S. D., Raistrick, K. J., May, S. A., & Pfau, T. (in press). The effect of trotting speed on the evaluation of subtle lameness in horses. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2013.03.006

The arthroscopic approach and intra-articular anatomy of the equine temporomandibular joint
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Weller, R., Maierl, J., Bowen, I. M., May, S. A., & Liebich, H. G. The arthroscopic approach and intra-articular anatomy of the equine temporomandibular joint. Equine Veterinary Journal, 34(4), 421-424

Comparison of radiography and scintigraphy in the diagnosis of dental disorders in the horse
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Weller, R., Livesey, L., Maierl, J., Nuss, K., Bowen, I. M., Cauvin, E. R. J., …May, S. A. Comparison of radiography and scintigraphy in the diagnosis of dental disorders in the horse. Equine Veterinary Journal, 33(1), 49-58. https://doi.org/10.2746/042516401776767458

Synovial fluid studies in navicular disease
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Viitanen, M., Bird, J., Makela, O., Schramme, M., Smith, R. K. W., Tulamo, R. M., & May, S. Synovial fluid studies in navicular disease. Research in Veterinary Science, 71(3), 201-206. https://doi.org/10.1053/rvsc.2001.0509

Evidence of the development of 'domain-restricted' expertise in the recognition of asymmetric motion characteristics of hindlimb lameness in the horse
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Parkes, R. S. V., Weller, R., Groth, A. M., May, S. A., & Pfau, T. Evidence of the development of 'domain-restricted' expertise in the recognition of asymmetric motion characteristics of hindlimb lameness in the horse. Equine Veterinary Journal, 41(2), 112-117. https://doi.org/10.2746/042516408x343000

Intra- and interobserver agreement in the interpretation of navicular bones on radiographs and computed tomography scans
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Groth, A. M., May, S. A., Weaver, M. P., & Weller, R. Intra- and interobserver agreement in the interpretation of navicular bones on radiographs and computed tomography scans. Equine Veterinary Journal, 41(2), 124-129. https://doi.org/10.2746/042516408x345125

Reasons for performing study: Criteria for the radiographic evaluation of navicular bones in horses have been published to standardise classification of radiographic signs. However, intra- and interobserver agreement have not been established. Object... Read More about Intra- and interobserver agreement in the interpretation of navicular bones on radiographs and computed tomography scans.

Accuracy and precision of hind limb foot contact timings of horses determined using a pelvis-mounted inertial measurement unit
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Starke, S. D., Witte, T. H., May, S. A., & Pfau, T. Accuracy and precision of hind limb foot contact timings of horses determined using a pelvis-mounted inertial measurement unit. Journal of Biomechanics, 45(8), 1522-1528. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.03.014

Vertical head and trunk movement adaptations of sound horses trotting in a circle on a hard surface
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Starke, S. D., Willems, E., May, S. A., & Pfau, T. Vertical head and trunk movement adaptations of sound horses trotting in a circle on a hard surface. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2011.10.019

Proximal hindlimb flexion in the horse: Effect on movement symmetry and implications for defining soundness
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Starke, S. D., Willems, E., Head, M., May, S. A., & Pfau, T. Proximal hindlimb flexion in the horse: Effect on movement symmetry and implications for defining soundness. Equine Veterinary Journal, 44(6), 657-663. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.2042-3306.2012.00576.x

Detection of joint effusion on radiographs of horses
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Lawson, J. S., Bolt, D. M., May, S. A., Smith, A. J., Felstead, C. W., & Weller, R. Detection of joint effusion on radiographs of horses. Veterinary Record, 170(12), 336. https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.100392

Relationship between the shape of the central and third tarsal bones and the presence of tarsal osteoarthritis
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Sprackman, L., Dakin, S. G., May, S. A., & Weller, R. Relationship between the shape of the central and third tarsal bones and the presence of tarsal osteoarthritis. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2015.01.006

THE INFLUENCE OF AGEING IN TENDON HOMEOSTASIS AND THE RISK OF TENDON INJURY
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Smith, R. K. W., Dudhia, J., Scott, C. M., Draper, E., May, S. A., & Pitsillides, A. A. THE INFLUENCE OF AGEING IN TENDON HOMEOSTASIS AND THE RISK OF TENDON INJURY. International Journal of Experimental Pathology, 89(3), A25-A25

Tenocyte response to cyclical strain and transforming growth factor beta is dependent upon age and site of origin
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Goodman, S. A., May, S. A., Heinegard, D., & Smith, R. K. W. Tenocyte response to cyclical strain and transforming growth factor beta is dependent upon age and site of origin. Biorheology, 41(5), 613-628

The effect of conformation on orthopaedic health and performance in a cohort of National Hunt racehorses: preliminary results
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Weller, R., Pfau, T., Verheyen, K. L. P., May, S. A., & Wilson, A. M. The effect of conformation on orthopaedic health and performance in a cohort of National Hunt racehorses: preliminary results. Equine Veterinary Journal, 38(7), 622-627. https://doi.org/10.2746/042516406X159034

Variation in conformation in a cohort of National Hunt racehorses
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Weller, R., Pfau, T., May, S. A., & Wilson, A. M. Variation in conformation in a cohort of National Hunt racehorses. Equine Veterinary Journal, 38(7), 616-621. https://doi.org/10.2746/042516406X150394

Reliability of conformational measurements in the horse using a three-dimensional motion analysis system
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Weller, R., Pfau, T., Babbage, D., Brittin, E., May, S. A., & Wilson, A. M. Reliability of conformational measurements in the horse using a three-dimensional motion analysis system. Equine Veterinary Journal, 38(7), 610-615. https://doi.org/10.2746/042516406X150367

Biochemical characterisation of navicular hyaline cartilage, navicular fibrocartilage and the deep digital flexor tendon in horses with navicular disease
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Viitanen, M., Bird, J., Smith, R. K. W., Tulamo, R. M., & May, S. A. Biochemical characterisation of navicular hyaline cartilage, navicular fibrocartilage and the deep digital flexor tendon in horses with navicular disease. Research in Veterinary Science, 75(2), 113-120. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0034-5288%2803%2900072-9

Effect of foot balance on the intra-articular pressure in the distal interphalangeal joint in vitro
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Viitanen, M. J., Wilson, A. M., McGuigan, H. P., Rogers, K. D., & May, S. A. Effect of foot balance on the intra-articular pressure in the distal interphalangeal joint in vitro. Equine Veterinary Journal, 35(2), 184-189. https://doi.org/10.2746/042516403776114199