Summary

This project will bring together an international, multidisciplinary team to develop a subject-specific computational model of equine fetlock joint biomechanics. The project objectives are:
1. To develop detailed, animal specific computational models of the equine fetlock joint;
2. To validate these computer-based models using carefully-planned cadaver experiments;
3. To quantify fetlock articular surface contact stresses incurred during walking, trotting, and galloping.

Program

Thoroughbred Horses

Research Organisation

The University of Melbourne

Objective Summary

This project will bring together an international, multidisciplinary team to develop a subject-specific computational model of equine fetlock joint biomechanics. The project objectives are:
1. To develop detailed, animal specific computational models of the equine fetlock joint;
2. To validate these computer-based models using carefully-planned cadaver experiments;
3. To quantify fetlock articular surface contact stresses incurred during walking, trotting, and galloping.