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.

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.

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 how to spot equine lameness in this comprehensive guide.

Laminitis and founder are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they refer to different stages of a progressive disease that...

NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...

NOTE! This article is on Laminitis. Laminitis is often confused with Founder. Laminitis and Founder are two different conditions, not...