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Symptoms of
Navicular Syndrome
Navicular syndrome is characterized by increasing
intermittent lameness. Lameness will occur to one or
both of the horse's front feet, usually both. Most
horses will place their body weight on their toes to
avoid putting pressure on their heels, which is
where the inflamed bursa is located.
Navicular syndrome can lead to significant lameness,
it is unfortunately incurable. However is can be
treated with corrective shoes, wedge pads to correct
the angle of the hoof, cushioning and medication.
You will want to call your veterinarian immediately
should you notice and of the symptoms listed below.
This disease is more often than not associated with
hard work. A diagnosis of navicular syndrome is
something no horse owner will ever want to hear.
The gait of the horse will appear rough and will
give the appearance of lameness. The horse will
usually show signs of lameness immediately after a
workout but with rest this condition will disappear
for the time being but will inevitably return until
the horse can no longer return from the lameness.
Navicular syndrome causes poor circulation within
the foot area and the hoof will notable contract and
become smaller.
Additional navicular syndrome signs to watch for
are:
A stumbling gait.
A continual shifting (from side to side) of body
weight when resting.
A shortening of the horses stride.
A reluctance to go forward.
A reluctance to lengthen his or her stride.
When examining the horse's foot with a hoof tester,
the horse will indicate pain and discomfort when
pressure is applied.
The treatment you and your veterinarian choose
depends on the severity of the condition. A horse
with navicular syndrome can still continue to lead a
healthy, pain free and normal life.
Written by,
Michele Anderson
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