Lameness

Over time and with normal wear and tear, the joint may develop osteoarthritis and lay down more bone surrounding Read more

Levels of osteocalcin, a marker of joint metabolism, might help to identify very young foals that are at increased risk of developing Read more

Corrective trimming can be done to bring the hoof-pastern angle closer to normal, but this must be done in Read more

Simple non-displaced pelvic fractures often heal completely, allowing the horse to return to the same level of performance as Read more

Conformation faults that don’t bother young horses are sometimes the cause of lameness in older equines. Read more

Any changes from regular behavior may be indicative of some level of pain. Horses that are uncomfortable may seem Read more

Pain, stiffness, and a limited range of motion are signs that the horse’s performance career is catching up with Read more

Recovery from a serious tendon injury usually requires months of rest, and not all horses can return to their previous level Read more

Fractures can involve the tip of the bone, one or both outer edges, or a line along the center Read more

Ringbone is seen most often in older horses whose careers have involved repeated concussion or twisting, actions that put Read more