Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Treating laminitis: beyond the mechanics of trimming and shoeing.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2012
- Authors:
- Baker, William R
- Affiliation:
- Equine Associates LLC · United States
Plain-English summary
Laminitis is a serious hoof condition that can affect horses and is categorized into different stages, including early, acute, and chronic phases. Diagnosing laminitis involves gathering a detailed history of the horse, conducting a thorough physical exam, and taking high-quality X-rays to assess the hooves. It's important for veterinarians to work closely with farriers (hoof care specialists) and the horse's owner to create an effective treatment plan. While there is some scientific understanding of laminitis, opinions on its causes and best treatments can vary among professionals. Successful treatment relies on teamwork among the veterinarian, farrier, and owner.
Abstract
Laminitis is typically classified into developmental or prodromal, acute, subacute, and chronic phases. Scientific evidence regarding the pathophysiology of laminitis does exist, but it is often conflicting and dependent on the clinician's interpretation/understanding of the study or the model used for inducing laminitis. The diagnosis of laminitis consists of obtaining an accurate history, performing a thorough physical examination, and taking good-quality radiographs. The use of radiographs for diagnosis and interpretation of laminitis is an absolute necessity for the clinician. Laminitis is one disease that requires the assembly of a team consisting of the veterinarian, the farrier, and the owner to be successfully treated.
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