The Athletic Horse

Höfundar: David R. Hodgson; Catherine M. McGowan; Kenneth H. McKeever (Útgáfa: 2)
The Athletic Horse

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Showing how to maximize performance in horses, The Athletic Horse: Principles and Practice of Equine Sports Medicine, 2nd Edition describes sports training regimens and how to reduce musculoskeletal injuries. Practical coverage addresses the anatomical and physiological basis of equine exercise and performance, centering on evaluation, imaging, pharmacology, and training recommendations for sports such as racing and show jumping.

Now in full color, this edition includes new rehabilitation techniques, the latest imaging techniques, and the best methods for equine transportation. Written by expert educators Dr. David Hodgson, Dr. Catherine McGowan, and Dr. Kenneth McKeever, with a panel of highly qualified contributing authors. NEW full-color photographs depict external clinical signs, allowing more accurate clinical recognition.

NEW and improved imaging techniques maximize your ability to assess equine performance. UPDATED drug information is presented as it applies to treatment and to new regulations for drug use in the equine athlete. NEW advances in methods of transporting equine athletes ensure that the amount of stress on the athlete is kept to a minimum. NEW rehabilitation techniques help to prepare the equine athlete for a return to the job.

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Útgefandi
Elsevier Health Sciences (US)
ISBN
9780323241922
Print ISBN
9780721600758
Format
ePub
Útgáfa
2
Höfundar
David R. Hodgson; Catherine M. McGowan; Kenneth H. McKeever
Tungumál
English
Útgefið
2013-06-07
Prent takmörkun á líftíma
10

Kaflar

  • Cover image
  • Title page
  • Table of Contents
  • Copyright
  • Dedication
  • Contributors
  • Preface
  • SECTION I. STRUCTURE CONSIDERATIONS IN EQUINE SPORTS MEDICINE
  • 1.  An overview of performance and sports medicine
  • Equine sports medicine and the athletic horse
  • Overview of the application of sports medicine and exercise science in the athletic horse
  • Techniques and instrumentation needed for laboratory research of the athletic species
  • Future of equine sports medicine
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 2.  Comparative aspects of exercise physiology
  • Main athletic species
  • Comparative physiology of the athletic species
  • History of improvement in racing times in the different species
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • SECTION II. PHYSIOLOGY OF EXERCISE AND PERFORMANCE
  • 3.  Energetic considerations of exercise
  • Production of energy
  • Energy expenditure
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 4.  Nutrition of the performance horse
  • Equine digestion, absorption, and metabolism
  • References and suggested readings
  • Suggested readings
  • 5.  Hematology and biochemistry
  • Resting hemogram, leucogram, and serum or plasma biochemical variables
  • Changes in plasma or serum biochemical values associated with exercise
  • Hematologic and biochemical changes associated with training
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 6.  Physiology of acid–base balance and fluid shifts with exercise
  • Body fluid compartments
  • Plasma osmolarity and the concentration of key electrolytes
  • Electrolytes and acid–base status
  • Effects of acute exercise on fluid and electrolyte balance
  • Environment, exercise, and sweat loss
  • Thirst, drinking, and electrolyte intake
  • Renal function during exercise
  • The adaptive (training) response to repeated exercise
  • Effects of aging on the acute and chronic response to exercise
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 7.  Endocrine and immune responses to exercise and training
  • Endocrine system and hormones
  • Major endocrine glands and hormones
  • Endocrine mediation of short–term control of cardiovascular function
  • Endocrine control of metabolism during acute exercise
  • References and suggested reading
  • Suggested reading
  • 8.  Thermoregulation
  • Mechanisms of heat transfer
  • Regulation of internal body temperature
  • Physiologic thermoregulatory mechanisms for heat loss
  • Thermoregulation during exercise
  • Effects of combined exercise and heat stress
  • Clinical problems associated with heat stress and exercise in horses
  • Conclusion
  • References and suggested reading
  • 9.  The respiratory system: Anatomy, physiology, and adaptations to exercise and training
  • Introduction
  • Structural peculiarities of the equine respiratory system and their functional impact
  • Functional peculiarities of the equine respiratory system at rest and adaptations during exercise
  • Respiratory function during recovery from exercise
  • Respiratory adaptations to training
  • The respiratory system and its thermoregulatory role
  • The respiratory system and its role in acid–base homeostasis
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgments
  • References
  • 10.  Transport of horses
  • History of the transport of performance horses
  • Size of the present-day horse transport industry
  • Current methods of transport of athletic horses
  • Is the transport of horses stressful?
  • Management and veterinary care of horses in transit
  • References and suggested reading
  • 11.  The cardiovascular system: Anatomy, physiology, and adaptations to exercise and training
  • Anatomy and basic physiology
  • Cardiac cycle
  • Cardiovascular adaptations to exercise
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 12.  Muscle anatomy, physiology, and adaptations to exercise and training
  • Muscle structure and function
  • Equine muscle composition: Response to exercise and adaptations with training
  • Limitations to performance created by metabolic myopathies
  • Conclusion
  • References and suggested reading
  • 13.  Tendon, ligament, bone, and cartilage: Anatomy, physiology, and adaptations to exercise and training
  • Tendons and ligaments
  • Bone
  • Cartilage
  • References and suggested reading
  • 14.  Age and disuse in athletes: Effects of detraining, spelling, injury, and age
  • Detraining and disuse
  • Effect of aging on exercise capacity
  • Conclusion
  • References and suggested reading
  • SECTION III. BIOMECHANICS/KINEMATICS AND PERFORMANCE
  • 15.  Conformation
  • Assessment of conformation
  • Influences on conformation
  • Breed and performance criteria
  • References
  • 16.  The biomechanics of equine locomotion
  • Biomechanical adaptations in equine anatomy
  • Locomotion analysis
  • Normal locomotion: Gait classification in horses
  • Interlimb coordination and the principles of neuromotor control
  • References
  • 17.  Kinematics of the equine back and pelvis
  • Biomechanical concept of the quadrupedal back
  • Research leading to current analytical techniques for equine thoracolumbar kinematics
  • Applied research into the kinematics of the equine back and pelvis
  • Future developments
  • References
  • 18.  Functional biomechanics: Effect of the rider and tack
  • Effect of tack on the horse
  • Effect of rider on the horse
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • SECTION IV. PRACTICAL EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
  • 19.  Training regimens: Physiologic adaptations to training
  • Muscular responses to exercise
  • Hematologic responses to training
  • Changes in cardiorespiratory variables in response to training
  • Metabolic responses to training
  • Application of indices of fitness to horses in training
  • Conclusion
  • 20.  Training the thoroughbred racehorse
  • Phases of training
  • Conclusion
  • 21.  Training standardbred trotters and pacers
  • Breaking yearlings
  • Alternative training methods: Use of resistance cart, heart rate monitor, and lactate analyzer
  • Advances in veterinary care
  • Advances in nutrition
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 22.  Training endurance horses
  • Selection of endurance horses
  • Training for distance
  • Training the musculoskeletal system
  • Training energy systems in the muscle
  • Training the cardiovascular system
  • Training fluid and electrolyte systems
  • Training gastrointestinal systems
  • Mental training and cross-training
  • Training for veterinary inspections
  • Training for speed
  • Return to work after time off
  • Overtraining
  • Acknowledgements
  • References
  • 23.  Training the event horse
  • The sport of modern eventing
  • Selecting the ideal horse
  • Training the young horse
  • Progression of the young event horse and training at the pre-novice and 1* level
  • Training of the national level event horse at 2* and 3* level
  • Training of the international event horse
  • References
  • 24.  Dressage tests, movements, and training: A primer
  • Breeds of horses used in dressage
  • Dressage arenas
  • Competition
  • Dressage tests
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 25.  Training show jumpers
  • Conformation and show jumping
  • Biomechanics of show jumping
  • Physiologic demands of show jumping
  • Predictability of jumping performance and the effect of early training on jumping ability
  • Training on the flat
  • Training over fences
  • Conditioning the show jumper
  • Other considerations
  • References and suggested reading
  • 26.  Training working horses
  • Profile of the working horse
  • Injury profile of the working horse
  • Specific training regime
  • Injury prevention strategies
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • 27.  Training the racing quarterhorse
  • Uniqueness of the racing quarterhorse
  • Example training program
  • Changes associated with training
  • Management of horses in training
  • References and suggested reading
  • 28.  Evaluation of performance potential
  • Athletic performance
  • Oxygen-transport chain
  • Airways and lungs
  • Cardiovascular system
  • Blood volume
  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Muscle power
  • Buffering capacity
  • Fatigue in response to high-intensity exercise
  • Fatigue during prolonged submaximal exercise
  • Measurements for evaluation of performance potential
  • Exercise testing
  • Conclusion
  • 29.  Clinical exercise testing
  • Indications for exercise testing
  • Track versus treadmill exercise tests
  • Track exercise testing
  • Overview of testing procedures
  • Standardized track-based exercise test for standardbred trotters
  • Track exercise tests for horses undertaking other disciplines
  • Treadmill exercise tests
  • Measurements during a treadmill exercise test
  • Endoscopic examination of the upper respiratory tract during exercise
  • Oxygen uptake
  • Conclusion
  • Index