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Case 2, Hock Lameness
September 1, 2017
Gelding Y is a five- year old Quarter Horse, use is upper level Barrel Racing. Recently he has refused to enter the arena, will not rate the 2nd and 3rd barrel (right turn), he elevates his head and does not “fire” when coming out of the turn.
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Case Report
August 15, 2017
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Whiz is a nine year-old Quarter Horse gelding that competes in Reining.
Lameness Pain
August 1, 2017
Why Lameness (pain) due to Stifle Joint pathology can be difficult to diagnose.
Abnormal bone development can occur before maturity and not present itself as lameness until early training or mid-career. The size of the bone (cartilage) defect, discipline and training methods can influence when and to what degree the lameness occurs. Some individuals adapt and no lameness occurs.