Equine Department

Research output

Research output per year 1999 2022 2023 2024 2024

• 524 Citations
• 13 h-index
• 108 Journal Article
• 94 Poster
• 18 Article in lay press/specialist publication
• 17 Abstract
• 63 More
  • 15 Conference contribution
  • 12 Chapter (peer-reviewed)
  • 6 Chapter
  • 6 Other
  • 5 Paper
  • 3 Digital or Visual Products
  • 3 Master's Thesis
  • 2 Book
  • 2 Conference article
  • 2 Featured article
  • 2 Blog Post
  • 1 Conference abstract
  • 1 Meeting Abstract
  • 1 Book/Film/Article review
  • 1 Review article
  • 1 Doctoral Thesis

Research output per year

Research output per year

Search results

• 2016

  An investigation in to the asymmetries of the equine hoof and the influence of body weight and height on hoof conformation

  Lesniak, K., Harris, L., Maplecroft, S., Mitchell, J. & Hancox, J., Feb 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• A preliminary investigation to compare the pressure exerted by a conventional square saddle pad and a novel wing saddle pad behind the saddle

  Lewis, V., Dumbell, L. & Stallard, P., Jun 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• A preliminary study into elite event riders who complete with pain

  Lewis, V., Baldwin, K. & Dumbell, L., 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

  Open Access

• A Single Case Study Investigating Limb Flexion, Range of Motion, Body and Metatarsal Angle During Levade

  Tabor, G., 17 Aug 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Associations between limb lateralisation and hoof and limb asymmetries in adult horse

  Lesniak, K., Lawson, H. & Mitchell, J., Feb 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Investigating the impacts of digitally recorded lecture material on student achievement and attendance

  Greening, L. & Leo, B., Apr 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

• Taking the reins: communication strategies to prompt change in riders' training practices.

  Dumbell, L. & Lewis, V., 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• The effect of forage source on faecal pH

  Brown, H. & Hawkins, R., Jun 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• The effect of stirrup length on the light seat position of horse riders'

  Dumbell, L., Peszynska, F., Douglas, J. & Lewis, V., Aug 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• The effects of Myofascial Release to the equine longissimus dorsi muscle on thoracic range of motion and mechanical nociceptive threshold.

  Allen, H. & Tabor, G., Feb 2016.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
• 2015

  An investigation into the impact of a Dressage opponent’s competitive clothing on performance perceptions

  Collins, R., Drakeley, C. & Davies, E., Dec 2015.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

  Open Access

  • Performance Perception 100%
  • Clothing 100%
  • Mental State 100%
  • Outcome Expectations 40%
  • Elite Competition 40%

• A preliminary study to investigate the equine nutritional knowledge and feeding practices of a population of DIY livery owners in the UK

  Lewis, V., Coward, H. & Michaels, J., 2015.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

• Functional movement screen scores in female horse-riders.

  Edwards, T., Douglas, J., Lewis, V. & Davies, E., 2015.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Horse riders perception of the use of bitless bridles

  Lewis, V. & Ormston, S., 2015.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Psychological and Emotional Responses of Elite Riders to the Injury of their Equine Partners

  Davies, E., Collins, R. & Ennis, J., Dec 2015.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  • Thematic Analysis 100%
  • Social Support 100%
  • Sport Science 100%
  • Goal Setting 100%
  • Elite Athlete 100%

• Subjective judging systems: A review of the dressage scoring systems used at London 2012

  Lewis, V., Aug 2015.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Video-graphic feedback affects positional kinematics of riders in rising trot

  Rowan, E., Lewis, V. & Douglas, J., 2015.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
• 2014

  An investigation into the ability of riders to obtain an ideal dressage position

  Randle, H. & Tabor, G., Aug 2014.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• A preliminary study to investigate the number of elite dressage riders competing with pain in the UK

  Kennerley, R., Lewis, V. & Davies, E., 2014.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

• A preliminary study to investigate the number of elite dressage riders competing with pain in the UK.

  Lewis, V., Davies, E. & Kennerley, R., 2014.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

• Do elite event riders use scientific training principles to prepare their horses for competition?

  Lewis, V., Aug 2014.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

• Investigation into Nocturnal Behaviour of Equus Caballus in Different Stable Designs

  Greening, L. & Hadley, J., 2014.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  • Solid Wall 100%
  • Equus 100%
  • CCTV Systems 50%
  • Working Horse 50%
  • Rapid Eye Movement Sleep 50%

• Preliminary study to investigate elite dressage riders competing with pain

  Lewis, V. & Kennerley, R., Aug 2014.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
• 2013

  BSc (Hons) Equine Science Graduate Journeys & Destinations: 2006 – 2010.

  Kent, R. & Lesniak, K., 2013.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  • Journey Destination 100%
  • Salary 100%
  • Administrative Structure 100%
  • Wages 100%
  • Equus 100%

• Preliminary study evaluating riders' position in a jump saddle compared to a general purpose saddle

  Lewis, V., 2013.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
• 2012

  An investigation in to the asymmetries of the equine hoof and the influence of body weight and height on hoof conformation

  Lesniak, K., Harris, L., Maplecroft, S., Mitchell, J. & Hancox, K., 2012.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  Open Access

  File

  • Limb 100%
  • Body Height 100%
  • Conformation 100%
  • Body Weight 100%
  • Hooves 100%
  101 Downloads (Pure)

• Anthropometric and fitness characteristics of female Novice, Intermediate and Advanced level Event riders

  Douglas, J., Peters , D. & Price , M., Jul 2012.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Associations between limb lateralisation and hoof and limb asymmetries in adult horses

  Lesniak, K., Lawson, H. & Mitchell, J., Jun 2012.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  Open Access

  File

  • Inter-limb Asymmetry 100%
  • Adult Horses 100%
  • Hooves 100%
  • Carpometacarpal Joint 100%
  • Left Lateral Sectionectomy 33%
  131 Downloads (Pure)

• Directional asymmetry of facial and limb traits in Equus Caballus and a comparison of horse and pony bilateral traits

  Lesniak, K., Jun 2012.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  Open Access

  File

  • Equus 100%
  • Selective Breeding 100%
  • Training Results 33%
  • L(R) 33%
  • Third Metatarsal 33%
  66 Downloads (Pure)

• Effect of canter velocity on hind-limb pro- and retraction kinematics.

  Douglas, J., 2012.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• The influence of fence height on joint angles of agility dogs

  Lesniak, K. & Birch, E., 2012.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  Open Access

  File

  • Fences 100%
  • Dog 100%
  • High Jump 75%
  • Jumping 50%
  • Elbow Joint 50%
  90 Downloads (Pure)
• 2011

  Asymmetry and leg length inequality in riders while static and in sitting trot

  McDonald, K. & Lewis, K., 2011.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

  Open Access

  File

  • Leg Length Inequality 100%
  • Elbow Angle 33%
  • Mean Height 16%
  • Shoulder Angle 16%
  • Warm-up Protocols 16%
  78 Downloads (Pure)

• Maximal aerobic power and lactate threshold in Novice female Event riders is affected by additional un-mounted training.

  Douglas, J., Jul 2011.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Postural asymmetry of the rider whilst static and in sitting trot

  Longhurst, K. & McDonald, K., 2011.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  Open Access

  File

  • Sitting Trot 100%
  • Torso 100%
  • Leg Length Inequality 100%
  • Upper Arm 50%
  • Leg Length Discrepancy 50%
  51 Downloads (Pure)

• Static and Dynamic Postural Asymmetry of the Rider

  Longhurst, K. & McDonald, K., 2011.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

  Open Access

  File

  • Dynamic Data 100%
  • Two-point 100%
  • Leg Angle 100%
  • Degree of Asymmetry 100%
  • Static Position 100%
  68 Downloads (Pure)

• The accuracy of off-incidence ultrasonography as a method for scar-tissue detection in the equine superficial digital flexor tendon

  Chatham, A. & McDonald, K., Apr 2011.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

  • Metatarsus 100%
  • Tendinosis 100%
  • Suspensory Ligament 100%
  • Metacarpus 100%
  • Tendinitis 100%

• The physiological demands of the three phases of competitive One-Day Eventing in Novice female Event riders

  Douglas, J., Jul 2011.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• The use of reflective practice to support mentoring of elite equestrian instructors

  Winfield, J. & McDonald, K., Oct 2011.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

  Open Access

  File

  • Staff Development 100%
  • Welfare 100%
  • Self-Reflection 100%
  • Self Employed 100%
  • Statistical Analysis 100%
  65 Downloads (Pure)
• 2009

  The effects of a six week un-mounted conditioning programme on mounted performance in equestrian athletes

  Douglas, J., Aug 2009.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
• 2008

  Balance performance in show jump versus dressage riders

  Douglas, J., Aug 2008.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• Relationship between riders aerobic fitness and heart rate during a show jumping course

  Douglas, J., Aug 2008.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

• The relationship between lumbosacral flexion-extension range of motion of the lumbosacral junction and canter speed of horses on a treadmill.

  Douglas, J., Jun 2008.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
• 2007

  Comparisons of the Social Organisation and Seasonal Time-Budgets of Grass Kept Domesticated Horses & Wild or Feral Horses

  McDonald, K., 25 Apr 2007.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

  Open Access

  File

  • Wild Horse 100%
  • Herding 100%
  • Social Organization 100%
  • Gelding 100%
  • Stallion 100%
  75 Downloads (Pure)

• The repeatability of equine spinal kinematics overground versus treadmill locomotion in trot.

  Douglas, J., 2007.

  Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster