Lameness

Understanding the biomechanics of the acute phase of laminitis is essential for making informed decisions about hoof support, trimming, and shoeing. Every modality discussed in this article is grounded in a consistent set of mechanical goals that aim to protect the lamellae and stabilize the hoof.

This article will help you understand what ataxia means, how to recognize it, what causes it, and why early action is critical for both horse welfare and rider safety.

Laminitis is a painful condition where the attachment between the hoof wall and the coffin bone becomes damaged. Learn it's causes, symptoms, and how to treat it.

The equine suspensory ligament (SL), also referred to as the interosseous muscle, is a critical component of the horse’s distal limb support apparatus. This advanced article covers the major injuries that can affect it, and their definitions.

Learn the 10 most common causes of lameness in pleasure horses, based on clinical prevalence in general equine practice

Equine laminitis is a debilitating and potentially fatal disorder of the hoof characterized by failure of the lamellar attachment apparatus. Although recognized for centuries under the term “founder,” scientific interpretations of its pathophysiology have undergone repeated paradigm shifts. Learn how our understanding of this diseased changed throughout history.

Learn the anatomy and function of the equine stifle, and its importance to soundness and performance

Hind limb lameness in horses is frequently attributed to the hock, stifle or back, but what are the symptoms and how do we determine which area is causing the lameness?

Learn everything there is to know about splint bones, from their anatomy to possible injuries and their symptoms.