Radiography / X-ray
Radiography, or X-ray, is an imaging technique that helps vets assess bones, joints and some changes within the body. It is commonly used when bone or joint problems are suspected.
Radiography, or X-ray, is an imaging technique that helps vets assess bones, joints and some changes within the body. It is commonly used when bone or joint problems are suspected.
Rehabilitation, or rehab, is a planned return to movement or work after injury, treatment or rest. A clear rehab plan can support recovery and help reduce the risk of re-injury.
A ridden assessment means watching or feeling how the horse moves while being ridden. Some lameness or discomfort only appears under saddle, so this can help your vet see the problem in context.
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.