CAC Gait Analysis and Locomotion Assessment

Question 1

What is the correct footfall sequence during a normal four-beat walk in horses?

Accepted Answer

Left hind, left fore, right hind, right fore

Answer

The normal equine walk follows a four-beat lateral sequence: left hind, left fore, right hind, right fore, creating a 1-2-3-4 rhythm.

Question 2

Which phase of the gait cycle is defined as the period when the limb is in contact with the ground and bearing weight?

Accepted Answer

Stance phase

Answer

The stance phase is defined as the period when the hoof or paw is in contact with the ground and the limb bears the animal's weight.

Question 3

In veterinary chiropractic assessment, what does a unilateral head bob during trotting in a dog most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Forelimb lameness on the side the head drops toward

Answer

During trotting, the head drops when the sound limb strikes the ground, meaning the head rises when the lame forelimb is loaded, minimizing weight-bearing on the painful limb.

Question 4

Which term describes a shortened forward reach of a limb during locomotion, commonly associated with pain or restricted joint mobility?

Accepted Answer

Reduced cranial phase of the stride

Answer

A reduced cranial phase indicates the animal is limiting forward limb reach, typically due to pain or restricted joint range of motion in the forelimb or cervicothoracic region.

Question 5

What is the primary goal of gait analysis in veterinary chiropractic practice?

Accepted Answer

To identify movement asymmetries and compensatory patterns indicative of subluxation or musculoskeletal dysfunction

Answer

Gait analysis in veterinary chiropractic identifies movement asymmetries, compensatory patterns, and altered locomotion that may indicate vertebral subluxation complex or musculoskeletal dysfunction.

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CAC Gait Analysis and Locomotion Assessment