Laminitis affects the sensitive laminae (tissues) of the horse’s hoof. It results in extreme pain, inflammation, and, in some cases, permanent damage to the laminae. Horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules are susceptible to the condition. Table of contentsWhat is laminae?The three stages of laminitisSymptoms and signs of LaminitisDiagnosis of laminitisWhat is the treatment for Laminitis?Further investigationRecurrence What is laminae? The laminae are interwoven specialised ‘leaves’ of tissue which suspend the pedal bone within the hoof. In mild cases of Laminitis, appropriate treatment will resolve the problem with no lasting effect….
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