This article is an excellent literature review and offers a summary of the two leading theories on the biology of acute laminitis caused by systemic illness. Vascular theory suggests a relationship to altered blood flow. Metabolic theory proposes toxins and enzymes acting at the cellular level are responsible.
Sidebones (ossification of the collateral cartilages of the foot), although uncommon in warm- and hot-blooded horses, are common in the forefeet of cold-blooded horses including the Finnhorse. This study examined the clinical significance of sidebones in 21 Finnhorses examined by bone scans (nuclear scintigraphy) and radiography.
A retrospective study of 25 horses with chronic navicular pain was conducted to evaluate treatment with corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid and amikacin injected into the navicular bursa.
This experimental study examined the effects of dorso-palmar and medio-lateral hoof imbalance on intra-articular pressure and fluid distribution in the coffin joint. Cadaver limbs were loaded in a hydraulic press to simulate vertical forces generated by standing and walking.
Despite the recognized importance and frequent discussion of hoof size, shape and balance, few techniques have been well described to measure and describe the hoof capsule.
A controlled experimental trial with 16 young Standardbreds was conducted to determine if oral administration of glucosamine would influence blood levels of osteocalcin, keratan sulfate and pyridinoline crosslinks of type-I collagen as indicators for cartilage and bone metabolism during 48 weeks of race training.
Few studies have examined the effectiveness of intensive handling of newborn foals (imprint training) as a means of producing calmer, easier to handle horses. An experimental field trial compared the behavioral responses and selected physiologic parameters of foals intensively handed within the first week of life with controls.
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