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An Open Letter to Veterinary Colleagues
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Kevin G. Keegan, DVM, MS, DACVS |
Andy Wolter, Equinosis CEO |
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A Wolter,
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Introduction From Andy Wolter, CEO, Equinosis: Dear reader, Nearly every day there is a reason I am optimistic about the future of science & objectivity in equine veterinary medicine. But, now and again, I am reminded of how far we still have to go. Reading a 2020 article titled “Is the use of objective gait analysis inevitable?” seems like debating whether the Earth really is flat – if you just keep your feet on ground. The evidence on objective measurement is in, and it is irrefutable. A lack of education is certainly at play for many detractors of science. But...
When Subjective Opinion Disagrees with Inertial Sensor Measurements
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Kevin G. Keegan, DVM, MS, DACVS |
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Data Collection,
Data Interpretation,
Editorial,
KG Keegan,
Objective vs. Subjective Opinion,
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Whenever I use the Equinosis Q, which is on every lameness case, treatment checkup, or pre-purchase, I also always do a subjective lameness evaluation, determining and often times declaring my subjective impression regarding where (i.e. which limb or limbs) I think the lameness is. Sometimes there is disagreement between my subjective opinion and the results of the inertial sensors. What is my take on this? The short and easy answer is, "I was probably wrong". This happens occasionally and it no longer bothers me or my clients, or the students or house officers I am training. I am...
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An Open Letter to Veterinary Colleagues
When Subjective Opinion Disagrees with Inertial Sensor Measurements
An Inside Look At Objective Evaluation: All-Access Investigation of the Equinosis Q
Man with Machine Versus Man Without Machine: Debunking the Myths
Redefine Lameness? Accommodating the Layman’s Perspective on Lameness
What Are You Trying to Measure?