About
Horseteq is a wearable movement-tracking platform developed by a Finnish team with over 20 years of combined expertise in horse training, automation, telecommunications, and mobile technology. The system attaches non-invasively to a horse and continuously records a comprehensive suite of biomechanical parameters: step length, step rate, strike impact, swing time, stance time, leg speed, gait symmetry, and—when paired with a compatible Polar Equine H3 belt—heart rate. By collecting data across regular training sessions, Horseteq builds a personalised baseline for each horse. Owners and trainers can then compare current performance against that baseline to detect subtle deviations that might signal fatigue, lameness, or the early onset of injury long before visible symptoms appear. This proactive approach reduces unnecessary veterinary visits while ensuring professional help is sought when genuinely needed. One of Horseteq's most powerful features is remote monitoring: riders can share daily diagnostic reports directly with physiotherapists, veterinarians, or other equine healthcare providers, enabling expert oversight without requiring an on-site visit. The platform is suited to competitive sport-horse owners, professional trainers managing multiple horses, equine rehabilitation specialists, and veterinary clinics looking to offer remote follow-up care. It transforms everyday training rides into a continuous stream of actionable health and performance intelligence.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Gait Analysis: Measures step length, step rate, strike impact, swing time, stance time, leg speed, and symmetry to give a full biomechanical picture of each training session.
- Heart Rate Monitoring: Integrates with the Polar Equine H3 heart rate sensor belt to combine cardiovascular data with movement metrics for a complete performance profile.
- Personalised Baseline Tracking: Builds a unique movement baseline per horse over time, enabling precise comparison of current performance against historical norms to spot deviations early.
- Remote Diagnostics Sharing: Allows owners to share daily diagnostic reports with veterinarians, physiotherapists, or other equine healthcare professionals for remote monitoring and early intervention.
- Truly Wearable Design: Lightweight, non-invasive sensors designed for everyday use, ensuring data is captured during normal training without disrupting the horse's routine.
Use Cases
- Daily gait monitoring for sport horses to track training load and ensure performance targets are being met.
- Post-injury rehabilitation tracking to objectively measure recovery progress and confirm safe return to full training.
- Remote veterinary and physiotherapy follow-up, allowing professionals to review movement data between clinic visits.
- Early lameness detection by identifying asymmetry or gait irregularities before they become clinically visible.
- Building structured training plans based on objective step-rate and symmetry data rather than subjective observation.
Pros
- Early Injury Detection: Continuous baseline tracking surfaces subtle gait changes before they become visible symptoms, enabling preventive care and reducing recovery time.
- Remote Professional Access: Vets and physiotherapists can review daily diagnostics without an on-site visit, making specialist oversight practical and cost-effective.
- Rich Multi-Parameter Data: Captures eight distinct biomechanical and cardiovascular parameters simultaneously, giving a more complete picture than traditional observation.
- Reduces Unnecessary Vet Visits: Data-driven decision-making helps owners distinguish between performance dips requiring professional help and normal variation, saving time and money.
Cons
- Heart Rate Requires Separate Purchase: Heart rate monitoring is only available when paired with a separately purchased Polar Equine H3 sensor belt, adding to the overall cost.
- Niche Hardware Investment: As a physical wearable product with an upfront purchase cost, it requires a greater financial commitment than software-only tools.
- Limited to Equine Use: The platform is purpose-built exclusively for horses, so it offers no value to users outside equine sports, breeding, or veterinary contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What movement parameters does Horseteq measure?
Horseteq measures step length, step rate, strike impact, swing time, stance time, gait symmetry, and leg speed. Heart rate is also available when used with a compatible Polar Equine H3 belt.
Can I share my horse's data with a veterinarian remotely?
Yes. Horseteq is designed for remote monitoring — you can share daily diagnostic reports with veterinarians, physiotherapists, or other equine healthcare professionals so they can track your horse's progress without an on-site visit.
How does Horseteq help prevent injuries?
By establishing a personalised movement baseline for your horse, Horseteq can detect deviations in gait symmetry or other parameters early — often before visible lameness appears — allowing you to seek professional advice promptly and avoid more serious injuries.
Is a heart rate monitor included with Horseteq?
Heart rate monitoring requires a separately purchased Polar Equine H3 heart rate sensor belt set. The Horseteq sensors are compatible with this belt to combine cardiovascular and biomechanical data.
Who is Horseteq designed for?
Horseteq is ideal for competitive horse owners, professional trainers, equine rehabilitation specialists, and veterinary clinics that want data-driven insight into daily equine performance and health.
