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Area of Science:

  • Equine Podiatry
  • Veterinary Clinical Sciences

Background:

  • The equine foot is complex, requiring specialized knowledge for effective care.
  • Current veterinary literature often lacks comprehensive, in-depth reviews on equine foot conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art care for the equine foot.
  • To bridge the gap between research findings and clinical application in equine podiatry.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current research and clinical literature on equine foot health.
  • Synthesis of expert knowledge and clinical experiences.

Main Results:

  • Detailed exploration of various topics related to equine foot care.
  • Identification of key concepts for advanced diagnosis and treatment.

Conclusions:

  • The reviewed research and clinical experiences offer a pathway to enhanced equine foot care.
  • Translating this knowledge into practice will improve the compassionate care of horses.