This study had the objective of analyzing the net joint movements and net joint reaction forces (Joint kinetics) in the forelimbs and hindlimbs of pigs walking of solid concrete floors. Also examined was the effect floor conditions had on the joint kinetics of the pigs. It was found that the forelimb joints of the pigs responded more to floor condition than the hindlimb joints, probably because the forelimbs carry more weight. In particular, between the dry and greasy floor conditions, the joint loading differed, most likely because the pigs adapted to a potentially slippery surface.

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