Navicular Syndrome
Inflammation and degeneration of the navicular bone and surrounding tissues.
Navicular disease is one of the most common causes of chronic forelimb lameness in the athletic horse but is essentially unknown in ponies and donkeys
This disease begins with inflammation and gradually results in deterioration of the bony tissue of the navicular bone.
CAUSES
- Genetics and poor conformation
- Improper nutrition
- Continual impact of the toe on hard surfaces
SIGNS
- Intermittent lameness that tends to get worse over time
- Toe will become worn as it hits the ground before the heel
- Usually affects front feet
TREATMENT
- Consult your veterinarian
- Proper trimming and shoeing
- Medications to increase circulation and decrease pain
- Surgery may be necessary
PREVENTIONS
- Proper breeding
- Proper shoeing
- Adequate exercise, avoiding athletic stress
Inflammation and degeneration of the navicular bone and surrounding tissues.
Navicular disease is one of the most common causes of chronic forelimb lameness in the athletic horse but is essentially unknown in ponies and donkeys
This disease begins with inflammation and gradually results in deterioration of the bony tissue of the navicular bone.
CAUSES
- Genetics and poor conformation
- Improper nutrition
- Continual impact of the toe on hard surfaces
SIGNS
- Intermittent lameness that tends to get worse over time
- Toe will become worn as it hits the ground before the heel
- Usually affects front feet
TREATMENT
- Consult your veterinarian
- Proper trimming and shoeing
- Medications to increase circulation and decrease pain
- Surgery may be necessary
PREVENTIONS
- Proper breeding
- Proper shoeing
- Adequate exercise, avoiding athletic stress
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