As a component of the hoof mechanism, heel movement plays an important role in shock absorption, which is a crucial factor for the orthopedic longevity of equine athletes.
Conventional shoeing restricts heel movement, and there is an ongoing quest to overcome this problem. University of Ghent researcher Maartin Oosterlinck has conducted a comparative study between barefoot, shoeing with conventional shoes and a novel split-toe shoe.
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