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Wooden Shoes Helping Laminitic Horses

September 6, 2015 | Posted in Education, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

It’s no secret that laminitis is a complex condition, and its treatment is even more complicated as farriers and veterinarians try to keep a horse comfortable when it stands on the very source of pain. It’s a condition that has forced podiatrists to get creative with the construction of therapeutic horse shoes.

Educating Clients On The Arthritic Horse

New owners may not be aware of what can be done for a stiff and sore animal

By Heather Smith Thomas posted on September 1, 2015 | Posted in Clients, Education, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Novice horse owners may not realize that older horses — and even some horses in their prime — often develop arthritis, or joint inflammation. Painful, stiff joints can be managed to keep most of these horses comfortable enough to continue performing.

Flip-Flops Gaining Foothold In Show World

New York farrier shares some advantages and disadvantages of the pad

By Jeff Cota posted on September 1, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Flip-flops are the footwear of choice for a great number of people around the world. Now, they are becoming increasingly popular in the equine world, as well.

Casting As An Option In The Farrier’s Toolbox

Practitioners believe that poor practices can lead to some farriers’ misunderstandings and misgivings about the modality

By Jeremy McGovern posted on September 1, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

When it comes to the horse’s hoof, Ramona, Calif., footcare practitioner John Stewart says there is only one topic that incites more disagreements: religion. If that is the case, casting’s use is one of those areas in hoof care in which there are strong opinions among the believers and those who don’t.

Shoeing for Hind End Lamenesses

Keeping horses sound when normal shoeing isn’t enough

By Red Renchin posted on September 1, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

When discussion turns to equine lameness issues, invariably the front feet and legs get the lion’s share of attention.

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Survey Suggests Limbs, Not Feet, Main Cause of Lameness

August 30, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Lamenesses

Source: The Horse

We’re all familiar with the old adage “no foot, no horse,” but the results of the latest British National Equine Health Survey (NEHS) suggest that lameness is three times more likely to be caused by conditions in the limb rather than problems in the foot.

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Identifying Sesamoid Injuries Can Be Elusive

August 19, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Education, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

Source: Kentucky Equine Research

At the rear side of the pastern on each equine limb are two small sesamoid bones that provide anchor points for the two branches of the suspensory ligament. As elements of the pastern joint, the sesamoids are under stress each time the horse takes a step.

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Studies Show How Horse Owners Can Reduce Susceptibility to Laminitis

August 18, 2015 | Posted in Clients, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Source: Horsetalk

A study of horses with equine metabolic syndrome showed that weight loss, managed by their owners at home, reduced insulin resistance and susceptibility to laminitis.

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What Is Equine Navicular Disease?

August 17, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Source: Kentucky Equine Research

Disease of the navicular bone, also called the distal sesamoid bone, and its associated soft tissues often are at the root of chronic forelimb lameness. Though young horses might be affected, navicular disease typically crops up in mature riding horses.

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International Attendees Gain Insightful Perspectives On Hoof Care At Virginia Workshop

Veterinarians, trimmers and farriers from five countries gathered together in Centreville, Va., to expand their knowledge on hoof care over the 4-day event.

By Sylvia Kornherr posted on August 14, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses

EPC Solutions offered an intense 4-day workshop July 21-24, sharing advanced concepts in equine podiatry and therapeutic farriery. It was held at Deepwood Veterinary Clinic in Centreville, Va., led by clinicians M.W. "Tookie" Myers, equine veterinarian; and Sylvia Kornherr, equine podiatry technologist and nutritionist.

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Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

Farriery requires knowledge and skills to provide proper equine hoof care. In this series, sponsored by VICTORY, American Farriers Journal visits Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo. In this edition, Chris Gregory discussed his journey to becoming an educator, his focus in teaching farrier students and the state of farrier education.

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Wooden Shoes Helping Laminitic Horses

Educating Clients On The Arthritic Horse

Flip-Flops Gaining Foothold In Show World

Casting As An Option In The Farrier’s Toolbox

Shoeing for Hind End Lamenesses

Survey Suggests Limbs, Not Feet, Main Cause of Lameness

Identifying Sesamoid Injuries Can Be Elusive

Studies Show How Horse Owners Can Reduce Susceptibility to Laminitis

What Is Equine Navicular Disease?

International Attendees Gain Insightful Perspectives On Hoof Care At Virginia Workshop

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