konrörelse

Konrörelse is a term that appears in some Swedish-language discussions of equine locomotion to refer to the movement of horses. It encompasses how horses move, including the coordination of limbs, energy transfer, and the transitions between different gaits. The concept sits at the intersection of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics and aims to describe movement in functional terms rather than just appearance.

In gait analysis, konrörelse covers the common horse gaits such as the walk, trot, canter, and gallop, as well as breed- or species-specific patterns like the tölte or pace. Analysts consider footfall patterns (for example, four-beat sequences in a walk or diagonal pairs in a trot), joint angles, stride length, speed, and ground reaction forces to understand how speed and technique affect movement quality, efficiency, and stability.

Measurement methods used in konrörelse research include high-speed video, motion capture systems, force plates, and wearable sensors. Researchers study limb kinematics, angular velocities, energy expenditure, and the timing of hoof contacts to assess performance, identify compensations, and evaluate injury risk.

Applications of konrörelse knowledge span veterinary medicine, rehabilitation, athletic training, and breeding. A clearer understanding of movement supports diagnosis of lameness, informs conditioning programs, enhances performance, and guides breeding goals aimed at favorable movement traits. See also: equine locomotion, gait analysis, biomechanics.