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Veterinarians' Roundtable

Is there a way to tell the difference between a clubfoot situation that can be “fixed” and one that can only be managed?
July 1, 2011 | Posted in Anatomy, Lamenesses
A: It's difficult to "fix" a clubfoot, even with surgery, but they can be managed quite effectively depending on the severity.
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Trimming and the Hoof-Pastern Axis

Case study supports theory that trim is more important than shoe choice in correcting broken-back bony column alignment and easing caudal heel problems.
By M.W. "Tookie" Myers, Sylvia Kornherr, and Ronald Kramedjian posted on July 1, 2011 | Posted in Anatomy, Lamenesses
This case study presents base information to assist farriers working with long toe, low or underrun heel (LTLH), low palmar angle (PA) and broken-back hoof pastern axis (HPA), resulting in clinical presentation described as caudal heel pain and navicular syndrome.
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Worst Foot He's Seen

Several options were tried to get this horse back to work
By Bob Smith posted on July 1, 2011 | Posted in Anatomy, Lamenesses
After the injured horse arrived, an unsuccessful attempt was made to stabilize the foot, even though the lateral hoof was torn much like a severe quarter crack.
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Product Innovation

Lameness Locator Moves Equine Veterinary Technology a Step Ahead

While not without its detractors, some vets believe this system helps make subjectivity less of a factor in lameness exams
By John Bradshaw posted on April 1, 2011 | Posted in Lamenesses
Performing lameness examinations has never been an exact science. Even the best equine veterinarians do not always agree on the cause or even the location of difficult lamenesses. Now, a relatively new piece of veterinary technology is taking the subjectivity out of lameness exams.
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Product Showcase

A Sampling of Soaks and Poultices

Hoof treatment manufacturers and distributors list what they find are the benefits of using their products
By Heather Smith Thomas posted on April 1, 2011 | Posted in Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing
Hoof poultices and soaks are used for hoof injuries, abscesses, puncture wounds, thrush, white line disease and other foot problems. Not a recent discovery, poultices of various types of clay and mud have been used for human afflictions for thousands of years, and eventually for their animals as well.
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Farrier How-To

Treating Laminitis with Casting Tape and Orthotics

By delivering support with a unique system, a hoof-care team successfully addressed laminitis
By Dave Richards posted on April 1, 2011 | Posted in Lamenesses
I find that the genius of modern medicine lies in its discovery that by uniting the expertise of the primary care physician, various specialists and the concern of the patient, a cooperative team effort results in a more accurate diagnosis of symptoms and a more successful treatment of the patient.
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American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.

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