Free Report
Laminitis 2011 Conference
- By Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor
- Jan 03, 2012
Farriers and veterinarians gathered at the 6th International Equine Conference on Laminitis and Diseases of the Foot, to discuss their research, advancements and understanding of the often deadly disease.
This devastating hoof disease is caused by inflammation of the horse’s laminae—interlocking leaflike tissues attaching the hoof to the coffin bone. Through a series of scientific, practical and owner-oriented programs, presenters covered issues such as lameness detection, pain management, shoeing strategies and treatments.
Some of the synopses discussed at the 2011 conference include foot type and laminitis incidence in feral horses; laminitis prevention and early intervention in hospitalized horses; recognizing early signs of insulin resistance; and endocrinopathic laminitis.
Related Articles
- Laminitis Research Project Inclusion Criteria Expanded
- Researchers Seeking Horse Owner Help in Laminitis Study
- Working to Understand Equine Laminitis
- Cryotherapy for Laminitis Prevention after Lameness Onset
- Supporting Limb Laminitis in Casted Horses (AAEP 2011)
- Support Strategies in Chronic Laminitis Cases
- Using Foot Casts to Manage Laminitis 'Sinking' Cases
- Laminitis Prevention and Intervention in Hospitalized Horses
- The Toe Crena: A Laminitic Link?
- Treating Laminitis with Acupuncture
Related Multimedia & Downloads
Find more related content in:
