Articles Tagged with ''navicular disease''

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There's More Than One Kind of Heel Pain

Farriers face heel problems almost daily, but it’s important to understand that there are different causes, requiring different approaches
Navicular disease, navicular syndrome, caudal heel syndrome, palmar foot pain - regardless of the label, you've probably seen the condition. The chronic, shifting front limb lameness that causes the horse to look as though it is tiptoeing over hot coals is common to many breeds and disciplines.
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Even though scientific studies have shown the development of uneven feet in foals starts with their preference for grazing with one limb forward and one limb backward, some farriers believe high-low syndrome is due more to genetics than just being an asymmetrical trait.
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A review of the records of 11 mature horses suffering from mild to moderate chronic lameness who initially needed sedation to control uncooperative or unsafe behavior around the farrier showed this concern could be improved.
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Nail Down More Footcare Knowledge

The Feb. 1 to 4, 2011, International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati offers 72 general presentations, roundtables and interactive sessions to increase your understanding of the equine foot and the mechanics of shoeing
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Vets List Laminitis As Top Research Priority

Laminitis was the top vote getter in a recent survey regarding research needs among members of the American Association of Equine Practitioners. The goal of this study is to provide data that can assist the equine community in directing its financial support to a wide realm of equine research projects.
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With governmental agencies feeling the pain of reduced gas tax dollars, politicians in southern Indiana are blaming the use of Borium, Drill-Tek and other traction materials used on the shoes worn by horses pulling Amish buggies for tearing up the roads.
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One Veterinarian's Viewpoint

Why Heart Bars Can Work Well With Laminitis

Forget the bute and other chemical pain relievers when it comes to treating laminitis cases, advises this equine veterinarian
After nearly 40 years of treating horses suffering from founder, laminitis, heel pain or navicular disease, I've made several critical observations in regard to the need for using anti-inflammatory drugs.
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Double-Barreled Hoof-Care Advice

Know the Warning Signs

Whether it’s a particular client or horse, learn to spot the critical signs that may spell trouble in the future
At last winter’s fifth annual International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, two veteran farriers tackled a number of frequently asked questions about the footcare industry. For the second straight year, this “Point/Counterpoint” discussion proved to be among the highlights of this annual event.
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