The Hoof Architect

© Ula Krzanowska / The Hoof Architect 2024–2026. All rights reserved.  Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, adaptation, or derivative works (including redrawn diagrams or similar concepts without attribution) prohibited without written permission. This content, including original observations, biomechanical interpretations, and diagrams, was first publicly presented by the author at the 4th International Congress on Equine Podiatry, Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, May 16–18, 2024. Introduction to Part 3 In previous parts ( Part 1 , Part 2 ), the concept of DCA (Dorsal hoof wall – Coronary band Angle) was introduced as a potential indicator of internal load distribution and hoof capsule distortion patterns. Macro-level distortions were explored using simple cube models, and the role of posture, phalangeal alignment, DDFT tension and fetlock joint biomechanics was highlighted as a major influence on capsule shape. This part will focus specifically on how the range of motion in th...

© Ula Krzanowska / The Hoof Architect 2024–2026. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, adaptation, or derivative works (including redrawn diagrams or similar concepts without attribution) prohibited without written permission. This content, including original observations, biomechanical interpretations, and diagrams, was first publicly presented by the author at the 4th International Congress on Equine Podiatry, Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, May 16–18, 2024. Introduction In Part 1 . of this article series we analysed these two feet and what differences in load distribution may be responsible for creating them. I presented my understanding of the macro-level hoof capsule distortions based on a simple cube-model analogy. We concluded that answers to some questions likely lie in the biomechanics of the fetlock joint. This part dives deeper into that topic. I want to make it clear that these are mostly my observations and presentation of my understanding, not concl...