THE importance of rider biomechanics to horse and rider movement and welfare has come into the spotlight with a groundbreaking recent study, and a separate system based on crustacean vision.
Russell MacKechnie-Guire told H&H of his new research projects into the effect of knee block design. In a separate project, Ilse Daly’s work with mantis shrimp led to her setting up Blackdog biomechanics.
Dr. MacKechnie-Guire said his research, accepted for presentation at the British Equine Veterinary Association 2021 congress, shows that knee block design plays a “crucial role” in allowing the rider’s pelvis to stay in the neutral position, which benefits equine movement.
The researchers used threedimensional motion-capture devices under the saddle to record spinal movement; pressure mats under the saddle and rider’s seat; and markers – on the rider to record movement patterns, and on the horse to analyze gait. They compared elite-level dressage riders in a standard block and one with multiple layers, including shock-absorbing material, that allowed the knee more freedom.
They found the restriction caused by the standard block pushed the pelvis back; seat bones moving from the lowest part of the saddle to the rise of the cantle.
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