Study Evaluates Horseshoes, Track Type, Thoroughbred Safety
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
April 15, 2015
Researchers examined the loading rates on a hoof of a galloping horse wearing different aluminum racing shoes.
Researchers examined the loading rates on a hoof of a galloping horse wearing different aluminum racing shoes.
Using proper diagnostic technique and good quality radiographs is critical when diagnosing these fractures in foals.
Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists signed an agreement to install the unit at its facility near Belmont Park.
A vet and horse behavior expert shares how to distinguish between normal hind-leg resting behavior and lameness.
My veterinarian suspects my horse has laminitis. Would a neurectomy help my horse’s condition?
Learn about three techniques riders can use to improve motion deficits using the horse’s proprioceptive awareness.
Get tips on choosing hind leg protection for your horse from Nicole Carroll of Walnut Creek, California.
During exercise skin temperature under boots or wraps increases significantly–in a recent study sometimes more than 30%. Whether that leg temperature increase is good or bad, though, remains to be determined.
The navicular is a tiny bone that can cause big problems in horses. It and its associated structures are responsible for up to one-third of all front-limb lamenesses.
Good leg conformation in a horse is a must if that animal is to remain serviceably sound for performance.
My gelding had a really bad bout of cellulitis last summer, and we almost lost him to the disease. I’ve heard there is a greater chance he will get it again in the future. What are some possible preventative measures I can take to protect my horse?
Researchers made recommendations for an alternative navicular bursa injection approach.
One practitioner shares a new technique that be more effective in pinpointing the cause of equine foot pain.
Of the 652 respondents, 236 (36%) said cow hocks are the least-worrisome hind-limb conformation fault.
One of the most common sites of catastrophic injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses is the fetlock.
Tips on choosing front leg protection for your horse from Nicole Carroll of Leap of Faith Farms in Walnut Creek, Calif.
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