Undefeated Racehorse Lady Eli Battling Laminitis

The multiple graded stakes winner developed laminitis after stepping on a nail following her most recent victory.
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Multiple graded stakes winner Lady Eli is battling laminitis that developed after the filly stepped on a nail following her most recent victory in the July 4 Belmont Oaks at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.

In a statement, trainer Chad Brown said the filly “stepped on a nail on the horse path on the way back to our barn and injured her left front foot. Despite our efforts, including a talented team of veterinarians, Lady Eli’s injury has led to her developing laminitis.

“We have assembled the best possible team of veterinarians and farriers to stabilize her and assist her through these difficult times,” Brown’s statement said.

Laminitis—the separation or failure of laminae, which connect the hoof wall to the coffin bone within—is a painful condition that can cause permanent structural changes in a horse’s foot, sometimes leading to repeated bouts of disease and lasting lameness. In severe cases the coffin bone can rotate or sink downward, sometimes even puncturing the sole. Many severely affected horses are euthanized

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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.

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