Neuromuscular stimulation to reduce joint loading in the equine forelimb
University of Western Australia
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Project code: PRJ-000455
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Project stage: Closed
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Project start date: Saturday, July 1, 2006
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Project completion date: Sunday, September 30, 2007
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National Priority: HOR-Thoroughbred diseases and parasites
Program
Thoroughbred Horses
Research Organisation
University of Western Australia
Objective Summary
1. Develop an instrumented elastic sleeve to deliver low-level vibration to soft tissues of the equine forelimb 2. Evaluate the effectiveness of the sleeve in reduction of joint loads during gait 3. Develop a commercialisation strategy to market the sleeve within the racing industries