LAMENESS & POOR PERFORMANCE

Lameness concerns are one of the main reasons why vets are called to look at a horse. Whether the lameness is obvious or subtle, our vets are equipped to examine, diagnose and treat multiple concerns. This often involves an initial physical examination, assessing each limb thoroughly, and identifying any obvious wounds or swelling present. The vet may then want to see the horse trotting, being lunged or ridden. Subsequent procedures including flexions, nerve blocks, x rays and ultrasound may then occur depending on the potential cause of the lameness.