There is surely nothing more distressing for an equestrian to look forward to a ride on your favorite horse, only to get to the stable and find the horse to be lame. Although this is a fairly common condition, especially after a long and rough outride, it is nonetheless of great concern as it is a painful condition for the animal and in most cases complete rest is the best treatment while the bone and surrounding tissue is given time to heal after the navicular syndrome has passed.
The role of the farrier, or blacksmith, is a very important one in maintaining the well being of the horse as the appropriate treatment of its hooves and shoes will ensure the comfort and health of the animal. There are many different designs of shoes for horses, all depending on the weight and size of the horse and what kind of work the animal usually does. Decreased pressure on the tissue in the hooves as well as the tendons is of great importance, which a good farrier will know very well.
Should the condition occur fairly frequently, it is advisable to have the veterinarian check the hooves. Neglecting it can lead to a disabling disease. Lameness could also be caused by a variety of other abnormalities.
Landing incorrectly will always lead to lameness, due to injury of the heel section of the feet, which can be avoided if the rider guides the horse to land heel-to-toe and not the other way around.
It is often the case that one front foot is more affected than the other. This can be identified when the animal often switches weight from one leg to the other. Working the horse hard when this condition is evident is not advisable and hard and rough surfaces are to be avoided as this will certainly retard the healing process and prove to be uncomfortable for the animal.
It is generally believed that thoroughbred horses have larger bodies whereas they have small feet and are therefore more inclined to develop lameness. It would appear to be more evident between the ages of seven to fourteen years. The rider's weight will be a determining factor and should always be considered. Ponies are believed to have stronger immunity against the syndrome.
Those in the know believe that thoroughbreds have small feet in relation to their larger bodies and they therefore have a higher tendency to contract this condition. Research shows that this becomes evident from the ages of seven or more years. It is the contention of most in the equestrian field that ponies have a higher defense against this condition as they are not usually thoroughbreds.
In this day and age the benefit of a great deal of research is at ones disposal in order to reach quicker results and this is also the case in the treatment of navicular disease or syndrome. Coupled with care and patience the animal can quickly be brought to its normal state of fitness through the correct help after which horse and rider will again be able to partake in the wonderful sport of riding and jumping.
The role of the farrier, or blacksmith, is a very important one in maintaining the well being of the horse as the appropriate treatment of its hooves and shoes will ensure the comfort and health of the animal. There are many different designs of shoes for horses, all depending on the weight and size of the horse and what kind of work the animal usually does. Decreased pressure on the tissue in the hooves as well as the tendons is of great importance, which a good farrier will know very well.
Should the condition occur fairly frequently, it is advisable to have the veterinarian check the hooves. Neglecting it can lead to a disabling disease. Lameness could also be caused by a variety of other abnormalities.
Landing incorrectly will always lead to lameness, due to injury of the heel section of the feet, which can be avoided if the rider guides the horse to land heel-to-toe and not the other way around.
It is often the case that one front foot is more affected than the other. This can be identified when the animal often switches weight from one leg to the other. Working the horse hard when this condition is evident is not advisable and hard and rough surfaces are to be avoided as this will certainly retard the healing process and prove to be uncomfortable for the animal.
It is generally believed that thoroughbred horses have larger bodies whereas they have small feet and are therefore more inclined to develop lameness. It would appear to be more evident between the ages of seven to fourteen years. The rider's weight will be a determining factor and should always be considered. Ponies are believed to have stronger immunity against the syndrome.
Those in the know believe that thoroughbreds have small feet in relation to their larger bodies and they therefore have a higher tendency to contract this condition. Research shows that this becomes evident from the ages of seven or more years. It is the contention of most in the equestrian field that ponies have a higher defense against this condition as they are not usually thoroughbreds.
In this day and age the benefit of a great deal of research is at ones disposal in order to reach quicker results and this is also the case in the treatment of navicular disease or syndrome. Coupled with care and patience the animal can quickly be brought to its normal state of fitness through the correct help after which horse and rider will again be able to partake in the wonderful sport of riding and jumping.
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