Hindlimb lameness means lameness affecting one or both back limbs. It can be subtle and may show as changes in rhythm, impulsion, straightness, canter quality or performance.
Hoof testers are a tool your vet or farrier may use to apply pressure to parts of the hoof and check for sensitivity. They can help assess whether pain may be coming from the foot.
This quiz is educational, not diagnostic. It helps you check what you already know and learn what vets often ask owners to look for.
Owner-first guides to help you notice patterns, reduce worry and feel prepared for your next vet visit.
Treating without diagnosing can work. But it can also mean months of time, money and effort spent managing a problem rather than solving it, while the underlying cause quietly becomes harder to treat.
Treating without diagnosing can work. But it can also mean months of time, money and effort spent managing a problem rather than solving it, while the underlying cause quietly becomes harder to treat.
Proximal suspensory injuries are a common cause of lameness and poor performance in horses. Clinical signs can vary depending on whether the forelimbs or hindlimbs are affected, and a thorough lameness examination is essential to localise the source of pain.
