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“The illustrations and graphics are exceptional, and the photographs are well and appropriately labeled for the subject at hand. In my opinion, this book will be a valuable addition to the library of anyone with an interest in the function and care of horses.” JAVMA | JUN 15, 2021 | VOL 258 | NO. 12

Table of Contents

List of Contributors xv

Preface to the Seventh Edition xix

Preface to the Sixth Edition xxi

Preface to the Fifth Edition xxiii

Preface to the Fourth Edition xxv

Acknowledgments xxvii

Common Terminologies and Abbreviations xxix

About the Companion Website xxxi

1 Functional Anatomy of the Equine Musculoskeletal System 1
Anna Dee Fails

Anatomic Nomenclature and Usage 1

Thoracic Limb 1

Hindlimb 34

Axial Components 60

Acknowledgment 64

2 Examination for Lameness 67

History, Visual Exam, and Conformation 67
Gary M. Baxter and Ted S. Stashak

Introduction 67

Adaptive Strategies of Lame Horses 67

Classification of Lameness 68

Signalment and Use 71

History (Anamnesis) 71

Visual Examination at Rest 71

Conformation 72

Conformation Components and Traits 74

Acknowledgment 91

Palpation and Manipulation 93
Gary M. Baxter and Ted S. Stashak

Foot 93

Pastern 96

Fetlock 97

Metacarpus/Metatarsus (MC/MT) 97

Suspensory Ligament 99

Flexor Tendons 100

Carpus 100

Forearm (Antebrachium) and Elbow 101

Shoulder and Scapula 102

Tarsus (Hock) 105

Tibia 107

Stifle 109

Femur 112

Hip 112

Pelvis 113

Back 113

Neck 115

Flexion Tests/Manipulation 115

Distal Limb/Phalangeal/Fetlock Flexion 115

Carpal Flexion 117

Elbow Flexion 117

Shoulder/Upper Forelimb Flexion 117

Tarsal/Hock Flexion 117

Stifle Flexion 119

Full‐Limb Forelimb and Hindlimb Flexion 119

Navicular Wedge Test 119

Direct or Local Pressure plus Movement 120

Subjective Assessment of Lameness 123
Kevin G. Keegan

Evaluation of the Horse for Lameness at the Walk 124

Evaluation of the Horse at the Trot 126

Evaluation of Vertical Movement of the Head for Forelimb Lameness 126

Withers Movement 129

Evaluation of Vertical Movement of the Pelvis for Hindlimb Lameness (the Vertical Pelvic Movement [VPM] Method) 129

Evaluation of Pelvic Rotation for Hindlimb Lameness (The Pelvic Rotation Method [PRM]) 131

Bilateral Lameness 132

Observing Movement of the Limbs 134

Joint Angle Measurements Associated with Lameness 134

Stride Timing and Length Variables Associated with Lameness 134

Hoof Trajectory Associated with Lameness 135

Lameness Evaluation During Ipsilateral Gaits 135

Evaluation of Lameness at the Lunge 136

Evaluation of Lameness Under Saddle 136

Subjective Scoring Methods 137

Objective Assessment of Lameness 139
Kevin G. Keegan

Measurement of Ground Reaction Forces (Kinetics) 139

Measurement of Movement (Kinematics) 140

Perineural and Intrasynovial Anesthesia 157
Gary M. Baxter

Types of Local Anesthetics 157

Skin Preparation and Restraint 157

Perineural Anesthesia 157

Intrasynovial Anesthesia 167

Acknowledgment 187

3 Diagnostic Imaging 189

Radiography 189
Myra Barrett and Elizabeth Acutt

Equipment 189

Digital Radiography Systems 191

Radiation Safety 194

Contrast Examinations 195

Principles of Radiographic Interpretation 198

Limitations of Radiography 210

Normal Radiographic Anatomy 211

Acknowledgments 299

Ultrasound 301
W. Rich Redding

Introduction 301

Ultrasound to Evaluate Tendons and Ligaments 302

Patient Preparation and Scan Protocol 303

Ultrasonographic Assessment of Tendon/Ligament Pathology 316

Limitations of Ultrasonography 321

Ultrasound to Evaluate Joint Injury 323

Indications for Ultrasonography of Joints 324

Equipment and Technique 324

Ultrasonographic Appearance of Periarticular Structures 326

Ultrasonic Appearance of the Joint 327

Conclusions 331

Other Indications for Ultrasonography of the Musculoskeletal System 332

New Directions in the Use of Ultrasound 335

Nuclear Medicine/Scintigraphy 342
Kurt Selberg, Elizabeth Acutt, and Alejandro Valdés‐Martínez

Principles of Nuclear Medicine 342

Radiation Safety and Protection 343

Imaging Equipment 343

Method for a Scintigraphic Exam of the Musculoskeletal System 344

Indications for Nuclear Scintigraphy of the Musculoskeletal System in Horses 347

Normal Bone Scan 348

Scintigraphic Signs of Disease 356

Abnormal Conditions for Specific Anatomical Regions 361

Limitations of Nuclear Medicine 373

Computed Tomography 376
Mathieu Spriet

Introduction 376

Equipment and Principles of CT 376

Clinical Use of CT in Equine Orthopedic Imaging 378

Contrast‐Enhanced CT 380

Positron Emission Tomography 383

Conclusion 383

Magnetic Resonance Imaging 387
Michael Schramme and Emilie Segard‐Weisse

Introduction 387

General Principles and Physics of MRI 387

Equipment, High‐ and Low‐Field Magnets, and RF Coils 387

Sequences and Protocols for Equine MRI 389

Artifacts of MRI 390

Interpretation of Musculoskeletal MR Images 393

Contrast MRI Techniques 396

How to Read an Equine MRI Study 397

Indications, Case Selection, Advantages, and Disadvantages of MRI 397

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Foot and Pastern 397

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Fetlock Region 409

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Metacarpal and Metatarsal Regions 416

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Carpal Region 420

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Tarsal Region 421

Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Stifle Region 424

Thermography 431
Tracy A. Turner

Thermographic Instrumentation 431

Principles of Use 431

Specific Applications for Lameness Diagnostics 433

4 Lameness of the Distal Limb 439

Navicular Region/Palmar Foot 439
Randy B. Eggleston and Gary M. Baxter

Navicular Syndrome/Disease 439

Fractures of the Navicular (Distal Sesamoid) Bone 454

Soft Tissue Injuries in the Foot (DDFT and Podotrochlear Apparatus) 456

Acknowledgments 459

Coffin Joint and Distal Phalanx 463
Gary M. Baxter

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Distal Interphalangeal (DIP) Joint 463

Fractures of the Distal Phalanx (P3, Coffin Bone) 465

Subchondral Cystic Lesions of the Distal Phalanx (P3) 471

Collateral Ligament Injuries of the Distal Phalanx 472

Ossification of the Collateral Cartilages of the Distal Phalanx (Sidebone) 474

Miscellaneous Conditions of the Foot 477
Gary M. Baxter

Sole Bruises, Corns, and Subsolar Abscesses 477

Septic Pedal Osteitis 479

Penetrating Injuries of the Foot 481

Keratoma 483

Avulsion Injuries of the Hoof 485

Acknowledgments 489

Laminitis 490
James Belknap, Andy Parks, and Katy Dern

Overview 490

Relevant Anatomy 490

Pathogenesis: Pathophysiologic Considerations 491

Pathogenesis: Structural Considerations of the Equine Digit 492

The Clinical Presentation: The Horse at Risk of Laminitis 494

Clinical Signs: The Acute Onset of Laminitis 496

Hoof Wall Resections 509

Coronary Band Grooving and Resection 509

The Pastern 512
Ashlee E. Watts and Gary M. Baxter

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the PIP Joint (High Ringbone) 512

Osteochondrosis (OC) of the PIP Joint 517

Luxation/Subluxation of the Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) Joint 518

Fractures of the Middle (Second) Phalanx (P2) 522

Fractures of the Proximal (First) Phalanx (P1) 525

Desmitis of the Distal Sesamoidean Ligaments (DSLs) 532

Desmitis of Digital Annular Ligaments 535

SDFT and DDFT Abnormalities 536

The Fetlock 541
Matt Brokken and Alicia Bertone

Osteochondral Fractures and Fragmentation of the Proximal Phalanx 541

Fractures of the Proximal Sesamoid Bones 543

Sesamoiditis 548

Axial Osteitis/Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Sesamoid Bones 549

Osteoarthritis of the Metacarpophalangeal/ Metatarsophalangeal Joint 550

Palmar/Plantar Osteochondral Disease 552

Fetlock Subchondral Cystic Lesions (SCLs) 553

Traumatic Rupture of the Suspensory Apparatus 554

Luxation of the Metacarpophalangeal/ Metatarsophalangeal Joint (Fetlock Luxation) 556

Constriction of or by the Fetlock Palmar/Plantar Annular Ligament 558

Acknowledgments 560

The Metacarpus and Metatarsus 563
Kyla F. Ortved and Alicia L. Bertone

Bucked Shin Complex and Stress Fractures of the Dorsal Third Metacarpus 563

Fractures of the Condyles of the Third Metacarpal/ Metatarsal Bones (Condylar Fractures, Longitudinal Articular Fractures) 567

Fractures of the Third Metacarpal/Metatarsal (Cannon) Bone 571

Metacarpal/Metatarsal Exostosis (Splints) 572

Fractures of the Small Metacarpal and Metatarsal (Splint) Bones 576

Enostosis‐Like Lesions 580

Suspensory Ligament Desmitis 580

Superficial Digital Flexor (SDF) Tendinitis (Bowed Tendon) 585

Deep Digital Flexor Tendinitis 590

Desmitis of the Accessory Ligament of the Deep Digital Flexor Tendon (Distal Check Ligament) 591

5 Lameness of the Proximal Limb 597

The Carpus 597
Chris Kawcak

Developmental Abnormalities of the Carpus 598

Miscellaneous Carpal Swellings 604

Dorsal Carpal Swelling 605

Intra‐articular Fractures 607

Accessory Carpal Bone Fracture 612

Carpal Luxations 613

Soft Tissue Damage to the Carpus 614

Osteoarthritis 615

Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis 616

Osteochondrosis of the Carpus 617

Osteochondroma of the Distal Radius 617

Desmitis of the Accessory Ligament (Radial or Superior Check Ligament) of the Superficial Digital Flexor Tendon 619

The Antebrachium, Elbow, and Humerus 623
Jeremy Hubert

Fractures of the Radius 623

The Elbow 627

Fractures of the Humerus 633

Neoplastic Lesions of the Humerus 637

Paralysis of the Radial Nerve 637

Acknowledgment 638

The Shoulder and Scapula 641
Jeremy Hubert

Inflammation of the Intertubercular Bursa (Bicipital Bursitis) 641

Inflammation of the Infraspinatus Bursa 643

Osteochondrosis (OC) of the Scapulohumeral (SH) Joint or Shoulder 644

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Scapulohumeral Joint 646

Luxation of the Scapulohumeral (Shoulder) Joint 648

Suprascapular Nerve Injury (Sweeny) 650

Fractures of the Scapula 652

Fractures of the Supraglenoid Tubercle (Tuberosity) 653

Acknowledgment 655

The Tarsus 657
W. Rich Redding

Introduction 657

Diagnosis of Tarsal Lameness 657

Articular Diseases of the Tarsus 662

Cunean Tenectomy 672

Fractures and Luxations of the Tarsus 680

Soft Tissue Injuries of the Tarsus 687

Periarticular Tarsal Cellulitis 697

Tibia and Crus 701
W. Rich Redding

Introduction 701

Diagnostic Analgesia of the Crus 701

Imaging the Tibia/Crus 701

Clinical Conditions 701

Enostosis‐Like Lesions 702

Fractures of the Tibia 703

Incomplete Fractures 704

Proximal Physeal Fractures 705

Diaphyseal Fractures 706

Tibial Tuberosity Fractures 706

Gastrocnemius Disruption in Foals and Adults 707

The Stifle: Femoropatellar Region 709
Gary M. Baxter and Ken E. Sullins

Introduction 709

Femoropatellar Joint 711

Upward Fixation of the Patella (UFP) 717

Desmitis of the Patellar Ligaments 719

Patellar Luxation/Subluxation 721

Synovial Osteochondroma in the Hindlimb 722

The Stifle: Femorotibial Joint Region 725
Chris Kawcak

Subchondral Cystic Lesions (SCLs) of the Stifle 726

Fractures 729

Femoral Condyle Lesions 731

Collateral Ligament Injury 734

Cruciate Ligament Disease 734

Meniscal Injuries 735

Synovitis/Capsulitis/OA 737

Femur and Coxofemoral Region 740
Nicolas S. Ernst and Troy N. Trumble

The Femur 740

Diaphyseal and Metaphyseal Femoral Fractures 740

Fractures of the Third Trochanter 744

Fibrotic and Ossifying Myopathy 744

Femoral Nerve Paralysis (Crural Paralysis) 748

Calcinosis Circumscripta 749

Trochanteric Bursitis (Trochanteric Lameness, Whirlbone Lameness) 750

Ruptured Quadriceps Muscle 750

The Coxofemoral Joint 750

Osteochondrosis or Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)/ HIP Dysplasia of the Coxofemoral Joint 752

Infectious Arthritis/Physitis of the Coxofemoral Joint 752

Partial Tear/Rupture of the Ligament of the Head of the Femur (Round Ligament) 753

Coxofemoral Subluxation and Luxation (Dislocation of the Hip Joint) 754

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Coxofemoral Joint 757

Capital Physeal Fractures of the Femoral Head 758

Intra‐articular Acetabular Fractures 758

Acknowledgment 759

6 Lameness Associated with the Axial Skeleton 763

The Axial Skeleton 763
Rob Van Wessum

Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Vertebral Column 763

Primary vs. Secondary Back Pain 767

The Pelvis 770
Rob Van Wessum

Fractures of the Pelvis 770

Specific Types of Pelvic Fractures 771

Thrombosis of the Caudal Aorta or the Iliac Arteries 775

Sacroiliac Region 777
Rob Van Wessum

Etiology 778

Clinical Signs 778

Diagnosis 779

Treatment 782

Prognosis 783

Thoracolumbar Spine/Back 784
Rob Van Wessum

Overriding/Impingement of Dorsal Spinous Processes 784

Supraspinous Ligament Injuries 785

Fractures of the Spinous Processes 786

Vertebral Fractures 787

Facet Joint Arthritis and Vertebral Facet Joint Syndrome 788

Discospondylitis 792

Spondylosis 793

Scoliosis, Kyphosis, and Lordosis 794

The Neck and Poll 796
Rob Van Wessum

Nuchal Ligament 796

Cervical Facet Joints 797

Radiculopathy 798

Discospondylitis 798

Cervical Fractures 798

7 Principles of Musculoskeletal Disease 801

Joint Injuries and Disease and Osteoarthritis 801
C. Wayne McIlwraith

Anatomy and Physiology of Joints 801

Pathobiology of Joints and Their Reaction to Insult and Injury 808

Primary Disease of Subchondral Bone 816

Bone Injuries and Disease 820
Chris Kawcak and Gary M. Baxter

The Immature Skeleton 820

Local Diseases of Bone 825

Systemic Diseases of Bone 841

Tendon and Ligament Injuries and Disease 849
Laurie R. Goodrich

Anatomy 849

Functions of Tendons and Ligaments 851

Biomechanical Properties 852

Types of Tendon and Ligament Injuries 852

Effect of Aging and Exercise on Tendon Injury 853

Mechanisms of Tendon Degeneration 854

Response of Tendons and Ligaments to Injury: Phases of Healing 854

Monitoring Tendon Injury 856

Biomarkers for Tendon Disease 857

Common Clinical Conditions of Tendons and Ligaments 857

Muscle Injuries and Disease 860
Stephanie J. Valberg

Classification of Muscle Disorders 860

Diagnosis of Specific Muscle Disorders 860

Muscle Soreness 862

Exertional Rhabdomyolysis 865

8 Principles of Therapy for Lameness 875

Systemic/Parenteral 875
Drew W. Koch and Laurie R. Goodrich

Parenteral NSAIDs 875

Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans (PSGAGs) and Pentosan Polysulfate (PPS) 875

Hyaluronan 876

Bisphosphonates 877

Tetracyclines 877

Estrogen 878

Methocarbamol (Robaxin) 878

Gabapentin 878

Topical/Local 881
Drew W. Koch and Laurie R. Goodrich

Topical NSAIDs 881

Topical First Aid (Cold Therapy and Bandaging) 881

Dimethyl Sulfoxide 882

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy 882

Regional Perfusion 882

Therapeutic Ultrasound, Lasers, and Electromagnetics 883

Counterirritation 883

Intrasynovial 886
Lauren E. Smanik and Laurie R. Goodrich

Corticosteroids 886

Hyaluronan 888

Corticosteroid and HA Combinations 889

IA Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans 889

Polyglycan® 890

Autologous Conditioned Serum 890

Platelet‐Rich Plasma 890

Autologous Protein Solution 891

Bone Marrow‐ or Fat‐Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy 891

Polyacrylamide Hydrogel 891

Miscellaneous 892

Intrasynovial Therapy: Practical Considerations 892

Intralesional 896
Sara K.T. Steward and Laurie R. Goodrich

Introduction 896

Hyaluronan and Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans 896

Autologous Cell Therapies: Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy, Autologous Bone Marrow Aspirate, Tendon‐ Derived Progenitor Cells 896

Blood‐Derived Biologics: Platelet‐Rich Plasma, Autologous Conditioned Serum, Autologous Protein Solution, and Bone Marrow Aspirate 897

Corticosteroids 898

Miscellaneous 898

Oral/Nutritional 900
Nicolas S. Ernst and Troy N. Trumble

Nonsteroidal Anti‐Inflammatory Drugs 900

Nutraceuticals 903

Therapeutic Trimming and Shoeing 911
Andrew H. Parks

Introduction 911

Examination of the Limb for Therapeutic Shoeing 911

The Trim 912

Shoeing 912

Protection and Support 917

Clinical Applications of Principles 918

Summary 920

Acupuncture Treatment of Limb Lameness and Back Pain 921
Kevin K. Haussler

Introduction 921

Techniques of Stimulation 921

General Indications for Treatment 922

Lameness 922

Chronic Back Pain 923

Adverse Effects 924

Manual Therapy Techniques 925
Kevin K. Haussler

Introduction 925

Therapeutic Touch 925

Massage Therapy 925

Passive Stretching Exercises 925

Mobilization 926

Joint Mobilization and Manipulation 926

Contraindications 927

Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy 929
Melissa King, Katherine Ellis, and Narelle C. Stubbs

Introduction 929

Clinical and Client Demand for Rehabilitation/PT 929

Manual Therapy 930

Proprioceptive Facilitation/Neuromotor Control Techniques 934

Physical Modalities 936

Conclusion 943

9 Occupational‐Related Lameness Conditions 949

The Thoroughbred Racehorse 949
Ryan Carpenter

Risk Factors for Injury 949

Diagnosis of Lameness 950

Common Conditions 951

The Standardbred Racehorse 964
Kimberly Johnston and Frank A. Nickels

Description of the Sport 964

Lameness Exam 965

Specific Lameness Conditions 966

The Racing Quarter Horse 972
Nancy L. Goodman and Larry R. Overly

Introduction 972

Conformation Relating to Lameness 972

Training the Racing Quarter Horse 973

Shoeing 973

Lameness Related to Track Surface 973

Lameness Examination 973

Specific Lameness Conditions 975

The Western Performance Horse 980
Robin M. Dabareiner

Introduction 980

Team Roping Horses 980

Tie‐Down and Breakaway Roping 981

Barrel Racing 982

XII Table of Contents Reining Horses 982z

Cutting Horses 983

Jumping, Eventing, and Dressage Horses 986
Omar Maher

Introduction and Horses Used for the Disciplines 986

Structure of Training and Competition 987

Training Surfaces and Shoeing 989

Lameness Diagnosis 990

Common Lameness Problems 991

Acknowledgment 996

The Endurance Horse 998
Todd C. Holbrook

The Sport 998

Athletes and Exercise Conditions 998

Veterinary Control 998

The Lameness Examination 1000

Common Causes of Lameness 1002

The Western Pleasure Horse 1006
Sherry A. Johnson and David D. Frisbie

Understanding the Sport 1006

Western Pleasure Terminology 1007

Training and Showing 1007

Commonly Encountered Musculoskeletal Issues in the Western Pleasure Athlete 1008

Foot Pain 1008

Fetlock Osteoarthritis 1010

Proximal Suspensory Desmopathy 1010

Distal Tarsal Disease 1012

Rehabilitation and Management of the Western Pleasure Athlete 1013

Conclusion 1013

Gaited Horses 1015
David A. Wilson and Kevin G. Keegan

Evaluating Gaited Horses for Lameness 1015

What Is a Gaited Horse? 1015

Classification of Gaits 1015

Specific Gaits in “Gaited Horses” 1018

Lameness in the Gaited Horse 1020

The Draft Horse 1026
Jan F. Hawkins

Introduction 1026

Anamnesis 1026

Lameness Examination 1026

Common Causes of Lameness 1026

Diseases of Young Draft Horses 1030

10 Lameness in the Young Horse 1033

The Physis/Physeal Fractures/ Physitis 1033
Dane M. Tatarniuk, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter

The Physis 1033

Classification and Treatment of Physeal Injuries/ Fractures 1037

Developmental Orthopedic Diseases 1041

Epiphysitis/Physitis/Physeal Dysplasia 1042

Etiology 1042

Clinical Signs 1043

Diagnosis 1043

Treatment 1046

Prognosis 1046

Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) and Cuboidal Bone Malformations 1048
Nicolas S. Ernst, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter

Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) 1048

Etiology 1048

Clinical Signs 1048

Diagnosis 1049

Treatment 1051

Prognosis 1055

Cuboidal Bone Malformation/Incomplete Ossification 1055

Etiology 1055

Clinical Signs 1055

Diagnosis 1056

Treatment 1056

Prognosis 1058

Flexural Deformities 1059
Nicolas S. Ernst, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter

Congenital Flexural Deformities 1059

Acquired Flexural Deformities 1062

Osteochondrosis 1071
C. Wayne McIlwraith

Introduction 1071

Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) 1071

Subchondral Cystic Lesions 1078

Lameness in Foals 1081
Robert J. Hunt

Diagnosis 1081

Noninfectious Causes of Lameness 1082

Infectious Causes of Lameness 1089

11 Foot Care and Farriery 1091

Basic Foot Care 1091
Stephen E. O’Grady

Introduction 1091

Evaluation of the Foot 1091

Principles of Trimming and Shoeing 1095
Stephen E. O’Grady

Guidelines for Trimming 1095

Trimming the Foot 1098

Trimming the Barefoot Horse 1100

The Horseshoe 1102

Placement and Application of the Shoe 1108

Non‐nail Alternatives in Farriery 1109

Acknowledgment 1111

Farriery for Common Hoof Problems 1112
Stephen E. O’Grady

Conditions of the Foot That Respond to Farriery 1112

Clinical Conditions Affecting the Hoof 1121

Miscellaneous Conditions of the Foot 1129

Acknowledgment 1132

Natural Balance Trimming and Shoeing 1134
Gene Ovnicek

Introduction 1134

Distortions of the Hoof 1134

Natural Balance Hoof Care Guidelines 1135

Natural Balance Evaluation, Exfoliation, and Mapping Protocol 1135

Natural Balance Barefoot Trimming 1139

Natural Balance Shoeing 1139

Summary 1142

12 Miscellaneous Musculoskeletal Conditions 1143

Musculoskeletal Emergencies 1143
Kathryn A. Seabaugh

Introduction 1143

Fracture Management 1143

Musculoskeletal Wound Management 1148

Tendon and Ligament Lacerations 1149

Musculoskeletal Infections 1153

Specific Treatment Strategies for Musculoskeletal Infections 1158

The Poorly Performing Horse 1161
Elizabeth J. Davidson

Introduction 1161

Signalment and History 1161

Clinical Examination 1163

Diagnostics 1164

Treatment 1165

Evaluation of Proper Saddle Fit 1166
Kevin K. Haussler

Introduction 1166

Clinical Signs of Poor Saddle Fit 1166

Saddle Examination 1166

Static Examination of Saddle Fit 1166

Static Examination of Saddle Pads 1168

Dynamic Examination of Saddle Fit 1168

Prepurchase Examination 1170
Randy Eggleston

Structure of the Prepurchase Examination 1171

Summary 1174

Stance and Gait Anomalies Caused by Neurological Disease 1177
Lutz S. Goehring

Neurological Gait and (Neuroanatomical) Lesion Location 1177

Findings from a Neurological Exam That Can Help in Localizing a Lesion 1178

Pitfalls of Neurological Examination 1179

Select Neurological Syndromes Affecting the Gait 1180

Index 1183

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    Trade Review
    “The illustrations and graphics are exceptional, and the photographs are well and appropriately labeled for the subject at hand. In my opinion, this book will be a valuable addition to the library of anyone with an interest in the function and care of horses.” JAVMA | JUN 15, 2021 | VOL 258 | NO. 12

    Table of Contents

    List of Contributors xv

    Preface to the Seventh Edition xix

    Preface to the Sixth Edition xxi

    Preface to the Fifth Edition xxiii

    Preface to the Fourth Edition xxv

    Acknowledgments xxvii

    Common Terminologies and Abbreviations xxix

    About the Companion Website xxxi

    1 Functional Anatomy of the Equine Musculoskeletal System 1
    Anna Dee Fails

    Anatomic Nomenclature and Usage 1

    Thoracic Limb 1

    Hindlimb 34

    Axial Components 60

    Acknowledgment 64

    2 Examination for Lameness 67

    History, Visual Exam, and Conformation 67
    Gary M. Baxter and Ted S. Stashak

    Introduction 67

    Adaptive Strategies of Lame Horses 67

    Classification of Lameness 68

    Signalment and Use 71

    History (Anamnesis) 71

    Visual Examination at Rest 71

    Conformation 72

    Conformation Components and Traits 74

    Acknowledgment 91

    Palpation and Manipulation 93
    Gary M. Baxter and Ted S. Stashak

    Foot 93

    Pastern 96

    Fetlock 97

    Metacarpus/Metatarsus (MC/MT) 97

    Suspensory Ligament 99

    Flexor Tendons 100

    Carpus 100

    Forearm (Antebrachium) and Elbow 101

    Shoulder and Scapula 102

    Tarsus (Hock) 105

    Tibia 107

    Stifle 109

    Femur 112

    Hip 112

    Pelvis 113

    Back 113

    Neck 115

    Flexion Tests/Manipulation 115

    Distal Limb/Phalangeal/Fetlock Flexion 115

    Carpal Flexion 117

    Elbow Flexion 117

    Shoulder/Upper Forelimb Flexion 117

    Tarsal/Hock Flexion 117

    Stifle Flexion 119

    Full‐Limb Forelimb and Hindlimb Flexion 119

    Navicular Wedge Test 119

    Direct or Local Pressure plus Movement 120

    Subjective Assessment of Lameness 123
    Kevin G. Keegan

    Evaluation of the Horse for Lameness at the Walk 124

    Evaluation of the Horse at the Trot 126

    Evaluation of Vertical Movement of the Head for Forelimb Lameness 126

    Withers Movement 129

    Evaluation of Vertical Movement of the Pelvis for Hindlimb Lameness (the Vertical Pelvic Movement [VPM] Method) 129

    Evaluation of Pelvic Rotation for Hindlimb Lameness (The Pelvic Rotation Method [PRM]) 131

    Bilateral Lameness 132

    Observing Movement of the Limbs 134

    Joint Angle Measurements Associated with Lameness 134

    Stride Timing and Length Variables Associated with Lameness 134

    Hoof Trajectory Associated with Lameness 135

    Lameness Evaluation During Ipsilateral Gaits 135

    Evaluation of Lameness at the Lunge 136

    Evaluation of Lameness Under Saddle 136

    Subjective Scoring Methods 137

    Objective Assessment of Lameness 139
    Kevin G. Keegan

    Measurement of Ground Reaction Forces (Kinetics) 139

    Measurement of Movement (Kinematics) 140

    Perineural and Intrasynovial Anesthesia 157
    Gary M. Baxter

    Types of Local Anesthetics 157

    Skin Preparation and Restraint 157

    Perineural Anesthesia 157

    Intrasynovial Anesthesia 167

    Acknowledgment 187

    3 Diagnostic Imaging 189

    Radiography 189
    Myra Barrett and Elizabeth Acutt

    Equipment 189

    Digital Radiography Systems 191

    Radiation Safety 194

    Contrast Examinations 195

    Principles of Radiographic Interpretation 198

    Limitations of Radiography 210

    Normal Radiographic Anatomy 211

    Acknowledgments 299

    Ultrasound 301
    W. Rich Redding

    Introduction 301

    Ultrasound to Evaluate Tendons and Ligaments 302

    Patient Preparation and Scan Protocol 303

    Ultrasonographic Assessment of Tendon/Ligament Pathology 316

    Limitations of Ultrasonography 321

    Ultrasound to Evaluate Joint Injury 323

    Indications for Ultrasonography of Joints 324

    Equipment and Technique 324

    Ultrasonographic Appearance of Periarticular Structures 326

    Ultrasonic Appearance of the Joint 327

    Conclusions 331

    Other Indications for Ultrasonography of the Musculoskeletal System 332

    New Directions in the Use of Ultrasound 335

    Nuclear Medicine/Scintigraphy 342
    Kurt Selberg, Elizabeth Acutt, and Alejandro Valdés‐Martínez

    Principles of Nuclear Medicine 342

    Radiation Safety and Protection 343

    Imaging Equipment 343

    Method for a Scintigraphic Exam of the Musculoskeletal System 344

    Indications for Nuclear Scintigraphy of the Musculoskeletal System in Horses 347

    Normal Bone Scan 348

    Scintigraphic Signs of Disease 356

    Abnormal Conditions for Specific Anatomical Regions 361

    Limitations of Nuclear Medicine 373

    Computed Tomography 376
    Mathieu Spriet

    Introduction 376

    Equipment and Principles of CT 376

    Clinical Use of CT in Equine Orthopedic Imaging 378

    Contrast‐Enhanced CT 380

    Positron Emission Tomography 383

    Conclusion 383

    Magnetic Resonance Imaging 387
    Michael Schramme and Emilie Segard‐Weisse

    Introduction 387

    General Principles and Physics of MRI 387

    Equipment, High‐ and Low‐Field Magnets, and RF Coils 387

    Sequences and Protocols for Equine MRI 389

    Artifacts of MRI 390

    Interpretation of Musculoskeletal MR Images 393

    Contrast MRI Techniques 396

    How to Read an Equine MRI Study 397

    Indications, Case Selection, Advantages, and Disadvantages of MRI 397

    Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Foot and Pastern 397

    Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Fetlock Region 409

    Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Metacarpal and Metatarsal Regions 416

    Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Carpal Region 420

    Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Tarsal Region 421

    Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Stifle Region 424

    Thermography 431
    Tracy A. Turner

    Thermographic Instrumentation 431

    Principles of Use 431

    Specific Applications for Lameness Diagnostics 433

    4 Lameness of the Distal Limb 439

    Navicular Region/Palmar Foot 439
    Randy B. Eggleston and Gary M. Baxter

    Navicular Syndrome/Disease 439

    Fractures of the Navicular (Distal Sesamoid) Bone 454

    Soft Tissue Injuries in the Foot (DDFT and Podotrochlear Apparatus) 456

    Acknowledgments 459

    Coffin Joint and Distal Phalanx 463
    Gary M. Baxter

    Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Distal Interphalangeal (DIP) Joint 463

    Fractures of the Distal Phalanx (P3, Coffin Bone) 465

    Subchondral Cystic Lesions of the Distal Phalanx (P3) 471

    Collateral Ligament Injuries of the Distal Phalanx 472

    Ossification of the Collateral Cartilages of the Distal Phalanx (Sidebone) 474

    Miscellaneous Conditions of the Foot 477
    Gary M. Baxter

    Sole Bruises, Corns, and Subsolar Abscesses 477

    Septic Pedal Osteitis 479

    Penetrating Injuries of the Foot 481

    Keratoma 483

    Avulsion Injuries of the Hoof 485

    Acknowledgments 489

    Laminitis 490
    James Belknap, Andy Parks, and Katy Dern

    Overview 490

    Relevant Anatomy 490

    Pathogenesis: Pathophysiologic Considerations 491

    Pathogenesis: Structural Considerations of the Equine Digit 492

    The Clinical Presentation: The Horse at Risk of Laminitis 494

    Clinical Signs: The Acute Onset of Laminitis 496

    Hoof Wall Resections 509

    Coronary Band Grooving and Resection 509

    The Pastern 512
    Ashlee E. Watts and Gary M. Baxter

    Osteoarthritis (OA) of the PIP Joint (High Ringbone) 512

    Osteochondrosis (OC) of the PIP Joint 517

    Luxation/Subluxation of the Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) Joint 518

    Fractures of the Middle (Second) Phalanx (P2) 522

    Fractures of the Proximal (First) Phalanx (P1) 525

    Desmitis of the Distal Sesamoidean Ligaments (DSLs) 532

    Desmitis of Digital Annular Ligaments 535

    SDFT and DDFT Abnormalities 536

    The Fetlock 541
    Matt Brokken and Alicia Bertone

    Osteochondral Fractures and Fragmentation of the Proximal Phalanx 541

    Fractures of the Proximal Sesamoid Bones 543

    Sesamoiditis 548

    Axial Osteitis/Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Sesamoid Bones 549

    Osteoarthritis of the Metacarpophalangeal/ Metatarsophalangeal Joint 550

    Palmar/Plantar Osteochondral Disease 552

    Fetlock Subchondral Cystic Lesions (SCLs) 553

    Traumatic Rupture of the Suspensory Apparatus 554

    Luxation of the Metacarpophalangeal/ Metatarsophalangeal Joint (Fetlock Luxation) 556

    Constriction of or by the Fetlock Palmar/Plantar Annular Ligament 558

    Acknowledgments 560

    The Metacarpus and Metatarsus 563
    Kyla F. Ortved and Alicia L. Bertone

    Bucked Shin Complex and Stress Fractures of the Dorsal Third Metacarpus 563

    Fractures of the Condyles of the Third Metacarpal/ Metatarsal Bones (Condylar Fractures, Longitudinal Articular Fractures) 567

    Fractures of the Third Metacarpal/Metatarsal (Cannon) Bone 571

    Metacarpal/Metatarsal Exostosis (Splints) 572

    Fractures of the Small Metacarpal and Metatarsal (Splint) Bones 576

    Enostosis‐Like Lesions 580

    Suspensory Ligament Desmitis 580

    Superficial Digital Flexor (SDF) Tendinitis (Bowed Tendon) 585

    Deep Digital Flexor Tendinitis 590

    Desmitis of the Accessory Ligament of the Deep Digital Flexor Tendon (Distal Check Ligament) 591

    5 Lameness of the Proximal Limb 597

    The Carpus 597
    Chris Kawcak

    Developmental Abnormalities of the Carpus 598

    Miscellaneous Carpal Swellings 604

    Dorsal Carpal Swelling 605

    Intra‐articular Fractures 607

    Accessory Carpal Bone Fracture 612

    Carpal Luxations 613

    Soft Tissue Damage to the Carpus 614

    Osteoarthritis 615

    Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis 616

    Osteochondrosis of the Carpus 617

    Osteochondroma of the Distal Radius 617

    Desmitis of the Accessory Ligament (Radial or Superior Check Ligament) of the Superficial Digital Flexor Tendon 619

    The Antebrachium, Elbow, and Humerus 623
    Jeremy Hubert

    Fractures of the Radius 623

    The Elbow 627

    Fractures of the Humerus 633

    Neoplastic Lesions of the Humerus 637

    Paralysis of the Radial Nerve 637

    Acknowledgment 638

    The Shoulder and Scapula 641
    Jeremy Hubert

    Inflammation of the Intertubercular Bursa (Bicipital Bursitis) 641

    Inflammation of the Infraspinatus Bursa 643

    Osteochondrosis (OC) of the Scapulohumeral (SH) Joint or Shoulder 644

    Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Scapulohumeral Joint 646

    Luxation of the Scapulohumeral (Shoulder) Joint 648

    Suprascapular Nerve Injury (Sweeny) 650

    Fractures of the Scapula 652

    Fractures of the Supraglenoid Tubercle (Tuberosity) 653

    Acknowledgment 655

    The Tarsus 657
    W. Rich Redding

    Introduction 657

    Diagnosis of Tarsal Lameness 657

    Articular Diseases of the Tarsus 662

    Cunean Tenectomy 672

    Fractures and Luxations of the Tarsus 680

    Soft Tissue Injuries of the Tarsus 687

    Periarticular Tarsal Cellulitis 697

    Tibia and Crus 701
    W. Rich Redding

    Introduction 701

    Diagnostic Analgesia of the Crus 701

    Imaging the Tibia/Crus 701

    Clinical Conditions 701

    Enostosis‐Like Lesions 702

    Fractures of the Tibia 703

    Incomplete Fractures 704

    Proximal Physeal Fractures 705

    Diaphyseal Fractures 706

    Tibial Tuberosity Fractures 706

    Gastrocnemius Disruption in Foals and Adults 707

    The Stifle: Femoropatellar Region 709
    Gary M. Baxter and Ken E. Sullins

    Introduction 709

    Femoropatellar Joint 711

    Upward Fixation of the Patella (UFP) 717

    Desmitis of the Patellar Ligaments 719

    Patellar Luxation/Subluxation 721

    Synovial Osteochondroma in the Hindlimb 722

    The Stifle: Femorotibial Joint Region 725
    Chris Kawcak

    Subchondral Cystic Lesions (SCLs) of the Stifle 726

    Fractures 729

    Femoral Condyle Lesions 731

    Collateral Ligament Injury 734

    Cruciate Ligament Disease 734

    Meniscal Injuries 735

    Synovitis/Capsulitis/OA 737

    Femur and Coxofemoral Region 740
    Nicolas S. Ernst and Troy N. Trumble

    The Femur 740

    Diaphyseal and Metaphyseal Femoral Fractures 740

    Fractures of the Third Trochanter 744

    Fibrotic and Ossifying Myopathy 744

    Femoral Nerve Paralysis (Crural Paralysis) 748

    Calcinosis Circumscripta 749

    Trochanteric Bursitis (Trochanteric Lameness, Whirlbone Lameness) 750

    Ruptured Quadriceps Muscle 750

    The Coxofemoral Joint 750

    Osteochondrosis or Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)/ HIP Dysplasia of the Coxofemoral Joint 752

    Infectious Arthritis/Physitis of the Coxofemoral Joint 752

    Partial Tear/Rupture of the Ligament of the Head of the Femur (Round Ligament) 753

    Coxofemoral Subluxation and Luxation (Dislocation of the Hip Joint) 754

    Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Coxofemoral Joint 757

    Capital Physeal Fractures of the Femoral Head 758

    Intra‐articular Acetabular Fractures 758

    Acknowledgment 759

    6 Lameness Associated with the Axial Skeleton 763

    The Axial Skeleton 763
    Rob Van Wessum

    Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Vertebral Column 763

    Primary vs. Secondary Back Pain 767

    The Pelvis 770
    Rob Van Wessum

    Fractures of the Pelvis 770

    Specific Types of Pelvic Fractures 771

    Thrombosis of the Caudal Aorta or the Iliac Arteries 775

    Sacroiliac Region 777
    Rob Van Wessum

    Etiology 778

    Clinical Signs 778

    Diagnosis 779

    Treatment 782

    Prognosis 783

    Thoracolumbar Spine/Back 784
    Rob Van Wessum

    Overriding/Impingement of Dorsal Spinous Processes 784

    Supraspinous Ligament Injuries 785

    Fractures of the Spinous Processes 786

    Vertebral Fractures 787

    Facet Joint Arthritis and Vertebral Facet Joint Syndrome 788

    Discospondylitis 792

    Spondylosis 793

    Scoliosis, Kyphosis, and Lordosis 794

    The Neck and Poll 796
    Rob Van Wessum

    Nuchal Ligament 796

    Cervical Facet Joints 797

    Radiculopathy 798

    Discospondylitis 798

    Cervical Fractures 798

    7 Principles of Musculoskeletal Disease 801

    Joint Injuries and Disease and Osteoarthritis 801
    C. Wayne McIlwraith

    Anatomy and Physiology of Joints 801

    Pathobiology of Joints and Their Reaction to Insult and Injury 808

    Primary Disease of Subchondral Bone 816

    Bone Injuries and Disease 820
    Chris Kawcak and Gary M. Baxter

    The Immature Skeleton 820

    Local Diseases of Bone 825

    Systemic Diseases of Bone 841

    Tendon and Ligament Injuries and Disease 849
    Laurie R. Goodrich

    Anatomy 849

    Functions of Tendons and Ligaments 851

    Biomechanical Properties 852

    Types of Tendon and Ligament Injuries 852

    Effect of Aging and Exercise on Tendon Injury 853

    Mechanisms of Tendon Degeneration 854

    Response of Tendons and Ligaments to Injury: Phases of Healing 854

    Monitoring Tendon Injury 856

    Biomarkers for Tendon Disease 857

    Common Clinical Conditions of Tendons and Ligaments 857

    Muscle Injuries and Disease 860
    Stephanie J. Valberg

    Classification of Muscle Disorders 860

    Diagnosis of Specific Muscle Disorders 860

    Muscle Soreness 862

    Exertional Rhabdomyolysis 865

    8 Principles of Therapy for Lameness 875

    Systemic/Parenteral 875
    Drew W. Koch and Laurie R. Goodrich

    Parenteral NSAIDs 875

    Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans (PSGAGs) and Pentosan Polysulfate (PPS) 875

    Hyaluronan 876

    Bisphosphonates 877

    Tetracyclines 877

    Estrogen 878

    Methocarbamol (Robaxin) 878

    Gabapentin 878

    Topical/Local 881
    Drew W. Koch and Laurie R. Goodrich

    Topical NSAIDs 881

    Topical First Aid (Cold Therapy and Bandaging) 881

    Dimethyl Sulfoxide 882

    Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy 882

    Regional Perfusion 882

    Therapeutic Ultrasound, Lasers, and Electromagnetics 883

    Counterirritation 883

    Intrasynovial 886
    Lauren E. Smanik and Laurie R. Goodrich

    Corticosteroids 886

    Hyaluronan 888

    Corticosteroid and HA Combinations 889

    IA Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans 889

    Polyglycan® 890

    Autologous Conditioned Serum 890

    Platelet‐Rich Plasma 890

    Autologous Protein Solution 891

    Bone Marrow‐ or Fat‐Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy 891

    Polyacrylamide Hydrogel 891

    Miscellaneous 892

    Intrasynovial Therapy: Practical Considerations 892

    Intralesional 896
    Sara K.T. Steward and Laurie R. Goodrich

    Introduction 896

    Hyaluronan and Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans 896

    Autologous Cell Therapies: Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy, Autologous Bone Marrow Aspirate, Tendon‐ Derived Progenitor Cells 896

    Blood‐Derived Biologics: Platelet‐Rich Plasma, Autologous Conditioned Serum, Autologous Protein Solution, and Bone Marrow Aspirate 897

    Corticosteroids 898

    Miscellaneous 898

    Oral/Nutritional 900
    Nicolas S. Ernst and Troy N. Trumble

    Nonsteroidal Anti‐Inflammatory Drugs 900

    Nutraceuticals 903

    Therapeutic Trimming and Shoeing 911
    Andrew H. Parks

    Introduction 911

    Examination of the Limb for Therapeutic Shoeing 911

    The Trim 912

    Shoeing 912

    Protection and Support 917

    Clinical Applications of Principles 918

    Summary 920

    Acupuncture Treatment of Limb Lameness and Back Pain 921
    Kevin K. Haussler

    Introduction 921

    Techniques of Stimulation 921

    General Indications for Treatment 922

    Lameness 922

    Chronic Back Pain 923

    Adverse Effects 924

    Manual Therapy Techniques 925
    Kevin K. Haussler

    Introduction 925

    Therapeutic Touch 925

    Massage Therapy 925

    Passive Stretching Exercises 925

    Mobilization 926

    Joint Mobilization and Manipulation 926

    Contraindications 927

    Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy 929
    Melissa King, Katherine Ellis, and Narelle C. Stubbs

    Introduction 929

    Clinical and Client Demand for Rehabilitation/PT 929

    Manual Therapy 930

    Proprioceptive Facilitation/Neuromotor Control Techniques 934

    Physical Modalities 936

    Conclusion 943

    9 Occupational‐Related Lameness Conditions 949

    The Thoroughbred Racehorse 949
    Ryan Carpenter

    Risk Factors for Injury 949

    Diagnosis of Lameness 950

    Common Conditions 951

    The Standardbred Racehorse 964
    Kimberly Johnston and Frank A. Nickels

    Description of the Sport 964

    Lameness Exam 965

    Specific Lameness Conditions 966

    The Racing Quarter Horse 972
    Nancy L. Goodman and Larry R. Overly

    Introduction 972

    Conformation Relating to Lameness 972

    Training the Racing Quarter Horse 973

    Shoeing 973

    Lameness Related to Track Surface 973

    Lameness Examination 973

    Specific Lameness Conditions 975

    The Western Performance Horse 980
    Robin M. Dabareiner

    Introduction 980

    Team Roping Horses 980

    Tie‐Down and Breakaway Roping 981

    Barrel Racing 982

    XII Table of Contents Reining Horses 982z

    Cutting Horses 983

    Jumping, Eventing, and Dressage Horses 986
    Omar Maher

    Introduction and Horses Used for the Disciplines 986

    Structure of Training and Competition 987

    Training Surfaces and Shoeing 989

    Lameness Diagnosis 990

    Common Lameness Problems 991

    Acknowledgment 996

    The Endurance Horse 998
    Todd C. Holbrook

    The Sport 998

    Athletes and Exercise Conditions 998

    Veterinary Control 998

    The Lameness Examination 1000

    Common Causes of Lameness 1002

    The Western Pleasure Horse 1006
    Sherry A. Johnson and David D. Frisbie

    Understanding the Sport 1006

    Western Pleasure Terminology 1007

    Training and Showing 1007

    Commonly Encountered Musculoskeletal Issues in the Western Pleasure Athlete 1008

    Foot Pain 1008

    Fetlock Osteoarthritis 1010

    Proximal Suspensory Desmopathy 1010

    Distal Tarsal Disease 1012

    Rehabilitation and Management of the Western Pleasure Athlete 1013

    Conclusion 1013

    Gaited Horses 1015
    David A. Wilson and Kevin G. Keegan

    Evaluating Gaited Horses for Lameness 1015

    What Is a Gaited Horse? 1015

    Classification of Gaits 1015

    Specific Gaits in “Gaited Horses” 1018

    Lameness in the Gaited Horse 1020

    The Draft Horse 1026
    Jan F. Hawkins

    Introduction 1026

    Anamnesis 1026

    Lameness Examination 1026

    Common Causes of Lameness 1026

    Diseases of Young Draft Horses 1030

    10 Lameness in the Young Horse 1033

    The Physis/Physeal Fractures/ Physitis 1033
    Dane M. Tatarniuk, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter

    The Physis 1033

    Classification and Treatment of Physeal Injuries/ Fractures 1037

    Developmental Orthopedic Diseases 1041

    Epiphysitis/Physitis/Physeal Dysplasia 1042

    Etiology 1042

    Clinical Signs 1043

    Diagnosis 1043

    Treatment 1046

    Prognosis 1046

    Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) and Cuboidal Bone Malformations 1048
    Nicolas S. Ernst, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter

    Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) 1048

    Etiology 1048

    Clinical Signs 1048

    Diagnosis 1049

    Treatment 1051

    Prognosis 1055

    Cuboidal Bone Malformation/Incomplete Ossification 1055

    Etiology 1055

    Clinical Signs 1055

    Diagnosis 1056

    Treatment 1056

    Prognosis 1058

    Flexural Deformities 1059
    Nicolas S. Ernst, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter

    Congenital Flexural Deformities 1059

    Acquired Flexural Deformities 1062

    Osteochondrosis 1071
    C. Wayne McIlwraith

    Introduction 1071

    Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) 1071

    Subchondral Cystic Lesions 1078

    Lameness in Foals 1081
    Robert J. Hunt

    Diagnosis 1081

    Noninfectious Causes of Lameness 1082

    Infectious Causes of Lameness 1089

    11 Foot Care and Farriery 1091

    Basic Foot Care 1091
    Stephen E. O’Grady

    Introduction 1091

    Evaluation of the Foot 1091

    Principles of Trimming and Shoeing 1095
    Stephen E. O’Grady

    Guidelines for Trimming 1095

    Trimming the Foot 1098

    Trimming the Barefoot Horse 1100

    The Horseshoe 1102

    Placement and Application of the Shoe 1108

    Non‐nail Alternatives in Farriery 1109

    Acknowledgment 1111

    Farriery for Common Hoof Problems 1112
    Stephen E. O’Grady

    Conditions of the Foot That Respond to Farriery 1112

    Clinical Conditions Affecting the Hoof 1121

    Miscellaneous Conditions of the Foot 1129

    Acknowledgment 1132

    Natural Balance Trimming and Shoeing 1134
    Gene Ovnicek

    Introduction 1134

    Distortions of the Hoof 1134

    Natural Balance Hoof Care Guidelines 1135

    Natural Balance Evaluation, Exfoliation, and Mapping Protocol 1135

    Natural Balance Barefoot Trimming 1139

    Natural Balance Shoeing 1139

    Summary 1142

    12 Miscellaneous Musculoskeletal Conditions 1143

    Musculoskeletal Emergencies 1143
    Kathryn A. Seabaugh

    Introduction 1143

    Fracture Management 1143

    Musculoskeletal Wound Management 1148

    Tendon and Ligament Lacerations 1149

    Musculoskeletal Infections 1153

    Specific Treatment Strategies for Musculoskeletal Infections 1158

    The Poorly Performing Horse 1161
    Elizabeth J. Davidson

    Introduction 1161

    Signalment and History 1161

    Clinical Examination 1163

    Diagnostics 1164

    Treatment 1165

    Evaluation of Proper Saddle Fit 1166
    Kevin K. Haussler

    Introduction 1166

    Clinical Signs of Poor Saddle Fit 1166

    Saddle Examination 1166

    Static Examination of Saddle Fit 1166

    Static Examination of Saddle Pads 1168

    Dynamic Examination of Saddle Fit 1168

    Prepurchase Examination 1170
    Randy Eggleston

    Structure of the Prepurchase Examination 1171

    Summary 1174

    Stance and Gait Anomalies Caused by Neurological Disease 1177
    Lutz S. Goehring

    Neurological Gait and (Neuroanatomical) Lesion Location 1177

    Findings from a Neurological Exam That Can Help in Localizing a Lesion 1178

    Pitfalls of Neurological Examination 1179

    Select Neurological Syndromes Affecting the Gait 1180

    Index 1183

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