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Lameness

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Slip and fall injuries in horses
Jun 5, 2018
Slick footing can lead to several types of injuries in horses. Here's how to identify and manage each.
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How to cope with ringbone
May 2, 2018
Medication, specialized farriery care and/or surgery help many horses with this type of arthritis remain sound and healthy for years.
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The type of exercise that benefits arthritic horses
May 13, 2016
Although it may seem counterintuitive to make a horse work despite his stiff, painful joints, exercise has several benefits.
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Do a spring soundness checkup
Feb 12, 2016
With the return of warmer weather, now is the time to make sure your horse is ready for the rigors of regular work.
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Improve your eye for lameness
Dec 16, 2015
Identifying the source of gait abnormalities can be tricky. Here’s how you can build your lameness-locating skills.
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Potential downside of sedation during lameness exams
Sep 18, 2015
Research shows that sedation can mask certain types of lameness.
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Why hoof bruises happen
Aug 17, 2015
Trauma to the underside of the hoof is a common cause of lameness. Here’s how you can help your horse stay sound.
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Q&A: A pastern joint problem
Jan 15, 2015
Inflammation or injuries in the annular ligament can make it impossible for a horse to set his hind foot flat on the ground.
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How longeing helps detect lameness
Jan 15, 2015
A new study emphasizes the usefulness of longeing a horse to detect subtle lameness.
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“Aging” an injury
Jun 9, 2014
You can't witness every minor injury your horse sustains in real time. Here's how to tell if that lump is old or new, and what to do about it.
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5 ways to prevent tendon injuries
Mar 25, 2014
What's better than the successful rehabilitation of a tendon or ligament injury? One that doesn't happen at all. Here are some precautions to minimize injury.
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Comeback from withers injury
Aug 9, 2013
An unusual injury to the withers casts doubt on the future of an easygoing gelding.
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