Equine Gait Abnormalities as a Diagnostic Tool
Erica Larson
May 3, 2012
Some disorders produce gait abnormalities and lamenesses that aid in a quick and accurate diagnosis.
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Some disorders produce gait abnormalities and lamenesses that aid in a quick and accurate diagnosis.
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