Equine Podiatry

Equine Podiatry

Author/Editor: Andrea E. Floyd and Richard A. Mansmann

Publication Year: 2007

Overview

Equine Podiatry provides an authoritative, comprehensive exploration of hoof health, anatomy, and advanced therapeutic farriery. Authored by esteemed veterinary specialists Andrea E. Floyd and Richard A. Mansmann, this volume bridges clinical veterinary medicine with practical horseshoeing techniques. It serves as an essential manual for equine veterinarians, farriers, and animal science professionals dedicated to optimizing hoof balance and treating lower limb pathologies.

Key Topics Covered
Equine Hoof Anatomy & Physiology: Detailed examination of internal structures, hoof capsule dynamics, and biomechanical functions.
Diagnostic Imaging & Assessment: Advanced protocols for evaluating lameness, hoof balance, and internal pathology using radiography and clinical observation.
Therapeutic Farriery & Shoeing: Practical methodologies for constructing and applying corrective shoes to address conformational defects and injuries.
Pathology & Disease Management: Evidence-based treatment plans for managing laminitis, navicular syndrome, hoof cracks, and keratomas.