Poor performance in the horse: Diagnosing the non‐orthopaedic causes
Katherine Ellis, Erin K. Contino, Yvette S. Nout‐Lomas
Abstract
Summary Poor performance and gait deficits in the equine athlete are most commonly caused by lameness of orthopaedic origin; however, there are numerous other potential sources that should be taken into consideration. This review describes the clinical signs and diagnostic tests for non‐orthopaedic causes of poor performance and gait deficits in the equine athlete.
Topics & Concepts
LamenessMedicineGaitPhysical medicine and rehabilitationHorsePhysical therapyOrthopedic surgerySports medicineAthletesSurgeryPaleontologyBiologyVeterinary Equine Medical ResearchVeterinary Orthopedics and NeurologySports injuries and prevention