What we know about sole thickness and soundness When we think about hooves, we often focus on wall cracks, flares, or the perfect white line, but the sole plays a vital and often underappreciated role in keeping our horses sound, especially in the age of synthetic surfaces and intense sport schedules. The thickness and integrity of…
Contracted heels are problematic for several reasons: They can lead to atrophy of the internal structures of the hoof, which are necessary for support and correct functioning of the entire hoof. Contracted heels also affect the health of the frog tissue. Contraction can lead to the blood supply to the frog's corium being compromised,…
Q: What is pedal osteitis? A: Pedal osteitis describes inflammatory changes in the pedal bone (P3), otherwise known as the coffin bone, of the foot. It can be seen on X-Ray with changes to the surface and borders or P3. Areas of new bone formation or of bone loss (lysis) may be seen on the bone, particularly…
