By Terry Swanson, DVM with Heidi Nyland
Lameness is one of the most common issues affecting horses and, over time, nearly every horse owner will encounter it. In this comprehensive guide, respected lameness specialist Dr. Terry Swanson walks readers through the varying degrees of lameness and how injury can impact a horse’s long-term health and performance.
Covering conditions such as hoof abscesses, white line disease, navicular syndrome, laminitis, ringbone, and a range of soft-tissue injuries, this book helps readers learn to identify symptoms, understand useful diagnostic tools, and explore treatment options that support recovery and soundness.
Enhanced with color photographs, radiographs and detailed illustrations, Understanding Lameness is an essential reference for serious horsemen and women.
216 pages, including glossary.