MRI, or magnetic resonance imaging, is a detailed scan that can show bone and soft tissue structures. It can be especially useful in complex areas such as the foot and lower limb, where structures sit close together.
Muscle symmetry means how evenly the muscles appear on both sides of the horse's body. Uneven muscle development can be one clue your vet considers during a static examination.
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.
