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Correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics

The angulation of the equine fetlock determines the load of associated tendons and probably their predisposition for injuries. However, it is questionable how the individual toe conformation and tendon properties interact with the dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint angle (DMPJ). Data are needed for a...

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Autores principales: Hagen, Jenny, Kojah, Kaid, Geiger, Michael
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tripoli and Libyan Authority for Research, Science and Technology 2018
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5918130/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29721438
http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ovj.v8i1.15
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author Hagen, Jenny
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Geiger, Michael
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description The angulation of the equine fetlock determines the load of associated tendons and probably their predisposition for injuries. However, it is questionable how the individual toe conformation and tendon properties interact with the dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint angle (DMPJ). Data are needed for a tangible evaluation of the equine limb conformation for more specific orthopaedic treatment. The aim was to evaluate the correlation between the DMPJ, toe conformation and cross-sectional area (CSA) of both flexor tendons; the superficial digital flexor tendon (SDFT) and deep digital flexor tendon (DDFT). Thirty Warmblood horses were available for the study. Lateromedial radiographs of the toe and fetlock and transverse ultrasound images of both flexor tendons were obtained from three zones. The DMPJ, length and angle of the phalanges and CSA SDFT/DDFT were measured. In addition, hoof angle, wither height, age, and sex were documented. Correlations were calculated using Pearson’s test. A paired t-test was used to evaluate left–right differences. Length and angle of the proximal and middle phalanx were significantly associated with the DMPJ (r = -0.28 – -0.45, p<0.001-0.04). Neither the angle of the hoof and distal phalanx nor the CSA SDFT/DDFT, showed a noticeable correlation with the DMPJ. Significant left–right differences occurred for the DMPJ (p<0.002) and the angle of the proximal and middle phalanx (p<0.01 – 0.002). A moderate negative correlation was shown between the DMPJ and wither height (r = - 0.31, p=0.04). Results represent only a specific population. The study provides only a static evaluation of a dynamic situation. In a clinical context, it might be useful to focus on the angulation and length of the pastern to evaluate the individual load affecting the DMPJ and its associated structures. These findings might be relevant for orthopaedic treatments and shoeing recommendations.
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spelling pubmed-59181302018-05-02 Correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics Hagen, Jenny Kojah, Kaid Geiger, Michael Open Vet J Original Article The angulation of the equine fetlock determines the load of associated tendons and probably their predisposition for injuries. However, it is questionable how the individual toe conformation and tendon properties interact with the dorsal metacarpophalangeal joint angle (DMPJ). Data are needed for a tangible evaluation of the equine limb conformation for more specific orthopaedic treatment. The aim was to evaluate the correlation between the DMPJ, toe conformation and cross-sectional area (CSA) of both flexor tendons; the superficial digital flexor tendon (SDFT) and deep digital flexor tendon (DDFT). Thirty Warmblood horses were available for the study. Lateromedial radiographs of the toe and fetlock and transverse ultrasound images of both flexor tendons were obtained from three zones. The DMPJ, length and angle of the phalanges and CSA SDFT/DDFT were measured. In addition, hoof angle, wither height, age, and sex were documented. Correlations were calculated using Pearson’s test. A paired t-test was used to evaluate left–right differences. Length and angle of the proximal and middle phalanx were significantly associated with the DMPJ (r = -0.28 – -0.45, p<0.001-0.04). Neither the angle of the hoof and distal phalanx nor the CSA SDFT/DDFT, showed a noticeable correlation with the DMPJ. Significant left–right differences occurred for the DMPJ (p<0.002) and the angle of the proximal and middle phalanx (p<0.01 – 0.002). A moderate negative correlation was shown between the DMPJ and wither height (r = - 0.31, p=0.04). Results represent only a specific population. The study provides only a static evaluation of a dynamic situation. In a clinical context, it might be useful to focus on the angulation and length of the pastern to evaluate the individual load affecting the DMPJ and its associated structures. These findings might be relevant for orthopaedic treatments and shoeing recommendations. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tripoli and Libyan Authority for Research, Science and Technology 2018 2018-03-22 /pmc/articles/PMC5918130/ /pubmed/29721438 http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ovj.v8i1.15 Text en Copyright: © Open Veterinary Journal http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0 Open Veterinary Journal is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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title Correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics
title_full Correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics
title_fullStr Correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics
title_full_unstemmed Correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics
title_short Correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics
title_sort correlations between the equine metacarpophalangeal joint angulation and toe conformation in statics
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url https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5918130/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29721438
http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/ovj.v8i1.15
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