This section of the website is dedicated to research articles that have been undertaken by Quintic Consultancy Ltd or by Quintic Software users.
Surface electromyography (sEMG) of equine core muscles and kinematics of lumbo-sacral joint during core strengthening exercises
Judit Aulinas Coll, Scott Blake, Roberta Ferro de Godoy*. Journal of Equine Rehabilitation 1 (2023)
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
A Study Using a Canine Hydrotherapy Treadmill at Five Different Conditions to Kinematically Assess Range of Motion of the
Thoracolumbar Spine in Dogs
Heidi Hodgson, Scott Blake & Roberta Ferro de Godoy
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
Limbs Kinematics of Dogs Exercising at Different Water Levels on the Underwater Treadmill
Megan Bliss, Jade Terry & Roberta Ferro de Godoy
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
Kinematics and Kinetics of Dogs Completing Jump and A-frame Exercises
S. Blake* & R. Ferro de Godoy
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
Effect of a Half Pad on Pressure Distribution in Sitting Trot and Canter Beneath a Saddle Fitted to Industry Guidelines
Russell MacKechnie-Guire a,b,*, Mark Fisher c, Thilo Pfau b
- a Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell, Warwickshire, UK
- b Royal Veterinary College, Structure and Motion Laboratory, The Royal Veterinary College, Hatfield, UK
- c Woolcroft Saddlery, Mays Lane, Wisbech, UK
The Effect That Induced Rider Asymmetry Has on Equine Locomotion and the Range of Motion of the Thoracolumbar Spine When Ridden in Rising Trot
Russell MacKechnie-Guire a,b,*, Erik MacKechnie-Guire a, Vanessa Fairfax c, Mark Fisher d, Sophie Hargreaves e, Thilo Pfau b
- a Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell, Warwickshire, UK
- b Department of Clinical Science and Services, Royal Veterinary College, The Royal Veterinary College, Hatfield, UK
- c Fairfax Saddles, The Saddlery, Bloxwich, Walsall, West Midlands, UK
- d Woolcroft Saddlery, Wisbech, UK
- e Canterbury, New Zealand
A Controlled, Blinded Study Investigating the Effect That a 20-Minute Cycloidal Vibration has on Whole Horse Locomotion and Thoracolumbar Profiles
Russell Mackechnie-Guire a,b, Erik Mackechnie-Guire a, Rosie Bush a, Ruth Wyatt c, Diane Fisher d, Mark Fisher d, Lorna Cameron e
- a Centaur Biomechanics, 25 Oaktree Close, Moreton Morrell, Warwickshire CV35 9BB, UK
- b Royal Veterinary College, The Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead Lane, North Mymms, Hatfield AL9 7TA, UK
- c The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, King George VI Lines, Woolwich, London SE18 4BB
- d Woolcroft Saddlery, Mays Lane, Wisbech PE13 5BU, UK
- e University Centre Sparsholt, Sparsholt, Winchester SO21 2NF, Hampshire, UK
The Effect of Tree Width on Thoracolumbar and Limb Kinematics, Saddle Pressure Distribution, and in Thoracolumbar Dimensions in Sports Horses in Trot and Canter
Russell MacKechnie-Guire 1,2, Erik MacKechnie-Guire 1, Vanessa Fairfax 3, Diana Fisher 4, Mark Fisher 4 and Thilo Pfau 2
- 1 Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell, UK
- 2 Department of Clinical Science and Services, The Royal Veterinary College, Hatfield, UK
- 3 Fairfax Saddles Ltd, Bloxwich, Walsall, UK
- 4 Woolcroft Saddlery, Wisbech, UK
Could Pressure Distribution Under Race-Exercise Saddles Affect Limb Kinematics and Lumbosacral Flexion in the Galloping Racehorse?
Rachel Murray a, Russell Mackechnie-Guire b, Mark Fisher c, Vanessa Fairfax d
- a Animal Health Trust, Lanwades Park, Kentford, Newmarket, UK
- b Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell, UK
- c British Equestrian Federation Consultant Master Saddler, Leverington, Wisbech, UK
- d Fairfax Saddles Ltd, Bloxwich, Walsall, UK
How training aids affect back kinematics and muscular activity?
Roberta Ferro de Godoy & Stacie Whitrod
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
16th World Equine Veterinary Congress (WEVA)
Verona, Italy, October 3-5, 2019.
Raised poles are more beneficial for equine rehabilitation
Roberta Ferro de Godoy & Katie Akers
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
16th World Equine Veterinary Congress (WEVA)
Verona, Italy, October 3-5, 2019.
Noseband tightness affects equine biomechanics
Roberta Ferro de Godoy & Emily Hopkins
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
16th World Equine Veterinary Congress (WEVA)
Verona, Italy, October 3-5, 2019.
To shoe or not to shoe? That is the question
Roberta Ferro de Godoy & Hope Jameson
Writtle University College, Chelmsford, UK
16th World Equine Veterinary Congress (WEVA)
Verona, Italy, October 3-5, 2019.
Double Blind Investigation of the Effects of Oral Supplementation of Combined Glucosamine Hydrochloride (GHCL) and Chondroitin Sulphate (CS) on Stride Characteristics of Veteran Horses
R. K. Forsyth, C. V. Brigden* and A. J. Northrop
Animal and Equine Science Department, Myerscough College, St. Michaels Road, Bilsborrow, Preston, PR3 0RY Lancashire, UK
Effects of a Stretching Regime on Stride Length and Range of Motion in Equine Trot
Natasha S. Rose a, Alison J. Northrop a,*, Charlotte V. Brigden a, Jaime H. Martin b
- a Equine Research Group, Equine Department, Myerscough College, St. Michael’s Road, Bilsborrow, Preston PR3 0RY, UK
- b Equine Research Group, Agriculture and Countryside Department, Myerscough College, St. Michael’s Road, Bilsborrow, Preston PR3 0RY, UK
Reducing Peak Pressures under the Saddle at Thoracic Vertebrae 10-13 is Associated with Alteration in Jump Kinematics
R.C. Murray, R. Mackechnie-Guire, M. Fisher and V. Fairfax
Induced Rider Asymmetry and its Effects on Equine limb Kinematics and Thoracolumbar Range of Motion
R. Mackechnie-Guire, E Mackechnie-Guire, R. Bush, A. Lawson, S. Hargreaves, S. Assirelli, V. Fairfax, D. Fisher, M. Fisher and T. Pfau
Relationship Between Saddle and Rider Kinematics, Horse Locomotion, and Thoracolumbar Pressures in Sound Horses
Russell Mackechnie-Guire (A, B),* Erik Mackechnie-Guire (A), Mark Fisher (C), Helen Mathie (D), Rosie Bush (A), Thilo Pfau (B), Renate Weller (B)
A) Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell, Warwickshire, UK
B) Royal Veterinary College, The Royal Veterinary College, North Mymms, Hatfield, UK
C) Woolcroft Saddlery, Wisbech, UK
D) Aegrus Equestrian, Golland Farm, North Devon, UK
Biomechanical Analysis: Different Phases Of Motion Of A Golf Ball During A Golf Putt Across A Range Of Speeds
Richard, P. J. Whiston
SR-311 Dissertation Research Project, Swansea University.
To Evaluate the Relative Influence of Coefficient of Friction on a Putted Golf Ball
Rory, Mckenzie, Liam, Eley, Iwan, W. Griffiths, Paul, D. Hurrion
Presented at the 2016 World Scientific Congress of Golf.
St Andrews, Scotland, July 2016
Speed Changes Everything – an investigation into the effect of launch characteristics on putting performance
Paul, D, Hurrion., James, MacKay., Mark, Sweeney., Mr Andrew, R, Collinson.
Presented at the 2016 World Scientific Congress of Golf.
St Andrews, Scotland, July 2016
An Investigation into Golf Ball Speed at Hole Entry
Jonathon, J, Sheppard., Paul, D, Hurrion., & Andrew, R, Collinson.
Presented at the 2016 World Scientific Congress of Golf.
St Andrews, Scotland, July 2016
St Andrews, Scotland, July 2016
Reducing Peak Pressures Under the Saddle Panel at the Level of the 10th to 13th Thoracic Vertebrae May Be Associated With Improved Gait Features, Even When Saddles Are Fitted to Published Guidelines.
Rachel Murray a,*, Russell Guire b, Mark Fisher c, Vanessa Fairfax d
Journal of Equine Veterinary Science 54 (2017) 60–69
- a Centre for Equine Studies, Animal Health Trust, Newmarket, UK
- b Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell, UK
- c British Equestrian Federation Consultant Master Saddler, Wisbech, UK
- d Fairfax Saddles Ltd, Walsall, UK
A Bridle Designed to Avoid Peak Pressure Locations Under the Headpiece and Noseband Is Associated With More Uniform Pressure and Increased Carpal and Tarsal Flexion, Compared With the Horse’s Usual Bridle
Rachel Murray a,*, Russell Guire b, Mark Fisher c, Vanessa Fairfax d
Journal of Equine Veterinary Science 35 (2015) 947–955
- a Centre for Equine Studies, Animal Health Trust, Newmarket, UK
- b Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell, UK
- c British Equestrian Federation Consultant Master Saddler, Wisbech, UK
- d Fairfax Saddles Ltd, Walsall, UK
Effects of a stretching regime on stride length and range of motion in equine trot
Natasha S. Rose a, Alison J. Northrop a,*, Charlotte V. Brigden a, Jaime H. Martin b
The Veterinary Journal 181 (2009) 53–55
- a Equine Research Group, Equine Department, Myerscough College, St. Michael’s Road, Bilsborrow, Preston PR3 0RY, UK
- b Equine Research Group, Agriculture and Countryside Department, Myerscough College, St. Michael’s Road, Bilsborrow, Preston PR3 0RY, UK
Girth pressure measurements reveal high peak pressures that can be avoided using an alternative girth design that also results in increased limb protraction and flexion in the swing phase.
Rachel Murray, a: Russel Guire, b: Mark Fisher, c: Vanessa Fairfax, d:
The Veterinary Journal 198 (2013) 92–97
- a Animal Health Trust, Lanwades Park, Kentford, Newmarket CB8 7UU, UK
- b Centaur Biomechanics, Moreton Morrell CV35 9BB, UK
- c British Equestrian Federation Consultant Master Saddler, Leverington, Wisbech PE13 5BU, UK
- d Fairfax Saddles Ltd, Fryers Road, Bloxwich, Walsall WS3 2XJ, UK
Reliability and construct validity of soccer skills tests that measure passing, shooting, and dribbling.
Mark Russell, David Benton, and Michael Kingsley
Journal of Sports Science. Volume 28, Issue 13, 2010, p1399-1408
Northumbria University, UK
The Effects of Fatigue on Soccer Skills Performed During a Soccer Match Simulation
Mark Russell, David Benton, and Michael Kingsley,
International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 2011, 6, 221-233
Northumbria University, UK
How should we assess the mechanical properties of lower-limb prosthesis technology used in elite sport?
An initial investigation
Bryce Dyer, Philip Sewell, Siamak Noroozi :
J. Biomedical Science and Engineering, 2013, 6, 116-123
School of Design Engineering & Computing, Bournemouth University, Poole, UK
Does whole body vibration training affect knee kinematics and neuromuscular control in healthy people?
Borja Sanudo , Adrian Feria , Luis Carrasco , Moiss de Hoyo , Rui Santos & Hugo Gamboa
Journal of Sports Sciences, (2012) 30:14, 1537-1544,
The girth Team GBR kept as a secret weapon: Equine Biomechanical analysis
Russell Guire, Centaur Biomechanics
Horse & Hound 30th August 2012 p58-60.
Improving gait performance in Parkinson’s disease: A case report suggesting a role for footwear modifications
Mathieson, I., Curran, S., Hallam, S. & Corne, J. (2008). Physiotherapy, 94, 85–88.
Do putters with groove face inserts produce preferable ball roll characteristics?
Richardson, A.K., Thain, P.K., & Mitchell, A.C.S. (2012). BASES Biomechanics Interest Group, 4th April 2012 : University of Ulster
Lumbar vertebral stress injuries in fast bowlers: A review of prevalence and risk factors
Johnson,M.,Ferreira M., Hush, J. (2012) Physical Therapy in Sport, (2011) 1-8
The effect of grab and rear weighted track start techniques on start time and the components of start time in freestyle sprint swimming
Nicholas, R.W. & Watkins, J. (2006). Journal of Human Movement Studies, 50(5), 291-306.
Kinematic analysis of rugby union lineout throw
Griffiths, I.W. & Hughes. G. (2005). Journal of Sports Sciences, 23, 93-223.
BASES Annual Conference, 7th-9th September 2004: Liverpool.
Video analysis software and its application to trampolining
White, R. & Kouache, L. (2007). Journal of Sports Sciences, 25(3), 235-369.
Abstracts: BASES Annual Conference, 11th-13th September 2006: University of Wolverhampton.
Serum relaxin levels affect the in vivo properties of some but not all tendons in normally menstruating young women
Pearson, S.J., Burgess, K.E. & Onamb´el´e, G.L. (2011). Experimental Physiology, 96 (7), 681–688.
Linear acceleration measurement utilizing inter-instrument synchronization: A comparison between accelerometers and motion-based tracking approaches
Callaway, A.J., Cobb, J.E. (2012). Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, 16: 151–163.
An investigation into Weight Distribution and Kinematic Parameters during the Putting Stroke
Hurrion, P.D., and Hurrion, R.D. (2008)
Presented at the World Scientific Congress of Golf, Phoenix, AZ, USA.
An Investigation into the effect of the roll of a golf ball using a C-Groove putter.
Hurrion, P.D., Hurrion, R.D. (2002) Presented at the World Scientific Congress of Golf, St Andrews, Scotland.
An Analysis of Eye and Club Face Alignment at Address in Putting
MacKay, J. (2008)
Presented at the World Scientific Congress of Golf, Phoenix, AZ, USA.
An Investigation Into the Effect of ‘Miss-Hits’ During the Putting Stroke
Hurrion, P.D. (2007)
Presented at TPI Teaching Conference, Carslbad, CA, USA.
An Investigation Into the reliability of Quintic Biomechanics Software, when used to measure Transverse Plane Tibial Rotation through the use of a Tibial Pointer.
Lovett, B. (2006) University Wales Institue, Cardiff. BSc (Hons) Podiatry – Final Year Dissertation
The Fast Medium Bowler – Sports Biomechanics and Technical Anlysis Model.
Hurrion, P.D., Harmer, J. (2003)
Presented at the World Congress of Science and Medicine in Cricket. Cape Town, South Africa.
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