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Assessing Pastern Conformation & Its Effects

Pastern conformation is to be evaluated in the same way as the conformation of the carpus, that is, by first visualizing the plane of assessment, and then by scanning for rotations and deviations (offsets are rarely found at this joint or the coffin joint).


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Conformation Analysis of the Equine Forelimb

Correct alignment & articulation are critical for the horse’s front legs
The horse’s forelimbs are designed to receive the weight and energy generated at each step by the hindquarters. In the forelimb, substance and correct alignment and articulation are thus of the greatest importance.
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