In this session, Lexington, Ky., farrier Stuart Muir presents case studies on a handful of horses that presented with heel pain. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of these horses produces interesting results. What You’ll Learn: Gain insight on the importance of imaging, heel pain and how to manage it.

The 21st annual International Hoof-Care Summit will be at the Duke Energy Convention Center and Hyatt Regency Cincinnati Hotel from January 23-26, 2024. The full speaker program is available and can be downloaded by clicking here (https://www.americanfarriers.com/ihcs_program).

A focused 4-day program (https://www.americanfarriers.com/ihcs_program) covers the use dozens of field-tested footcare ideas gleaned from successful farriers, equine veterinarians and hoof researchers from around the world. Soak up valuable tips to improve your work, slash costs, improve efficiency and build profits. Gather the latest footcare ideas from the dozens of hours of exceptional learning at the Summit!

Unique from other conferences is the mix of general sessions, classrooms and face-to-face roundtables and face time with sponsors of the Hoof-Care Summit — all designed for maximum networking and the practical transfer of experience and knowledge. The lineup includes:

• General Sessions — Covering an abundance of proven hoof-care ideas and strategies. Among the experts this year are Simon Curtis, Wayne Preece, Mitch Taylor, Dr. Kit Miller, Paige Poss and many more!

• Face-to-face Roundtables — Informal, moderated peer-to-peer discussions on specific hoof-care topics. Attendees should come with 5 questions to get answered in this proven format for sharing what works and doesn't.

• Classrooms — In-depth presentation-style sessions convey practical, actionable ideas from experienced hoof-care experts on the most pressing needs.

• Trade Show – Experience hours of valuable, uninterrupted Trade Show time to talk over new and existing products and applications with key industry leaders.

• In addition to all the networking opportunities, this year's conference also hosts two exclusive 2-hour wet labs! *There is an additional fee for wet lab admissions. 

To register for this 4-day event, complete the online registration form (https://www.americanfarriers.com/ihcs-register?pk=WI2023SPKR) or call (866) 839-8455 or (262(432-0388, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT. To reserve your hotel room at the conference discount of $145/night book online here (https://www.americanfarriers.com/ihcs_hotel_information) or call 800-233-1234 while rooms are still available.