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Research Journal: July/August 2020

The information, ideas and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the United States Department of Agriculture.
By Albert Kane posted on July 5, 2020 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Trimming
Swiss researchers surveyed 133 Icelandic competition horses at four international horse shows to assess the relationships between hoof size, shape and balance, and the occurrence of hoof pathology and athletic performance. Measurements and radiographs of the left front and hind hooves were taken at the competitions with additional measurements made from the radiographs at a later date.
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Shop Talk: July/August 2020

July 5, 2020 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Education, Shoeing
Two farriers, Lee Collins and Peter Day, recently co-authored a paper that was published in The Journal of Equine Veterinary Science. The paper, which is titled “The Effect on Tungsten Road Nails on Locomotor Biomechanics in Horses Moving on Tarmac Surface,” examines how road nails impact the horse’s movement symmetry.
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Pressure Plate Analysis Measures Dynamic Weight Distribution

Ghent University researcher’s findings can influence trimming and shoeing for individual hoof-care cases
By Katie Navarra posted on July 3, 2020 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming
Human medicine and athletic stores rely on visual maps to recommend orthotics or sneaker styles based on a person’s gait. Pressure plates measure how an individual distributes their weight as they walk or run and converts that data into a graphic interpretation. That information is used to pair the right support or shoe style for specific gait pattern or abnormality to reduce the risk for injury.
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How Well Do Your Clients Handle Horse Care | Clinics and Conference Attendance

June 26, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education
This week's facts and figures... How do You Rate the Abilities of Your Clients to Treat Thrush and Handle Related Horse Care (turnout practices, stall cleaning, etc.) and How Many Hoof-Care Conferences and Clinics Do You Attend Each Year? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
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