Arthritis in Horses

resolve arthritis in horses. Chronic arthritis may persist if the horse doesnt respond to antiinflammatory treatments or if infection occurs during the healing process.
How to Prevent Arthritis in Horses
Arthritis to some degree is almost unavoidable in older horses. Horses with conformation faults may put extra stress on joints yet another reason why breeders strive for foals with good conformation. Proper hoof trims and shoeing good conformation sturdy footing and good basic maintenance can also help delay the onset of arthritis.
At what point should I contact my vet?
If you notice that your horse is having any discomfort at all you should consult your vet. Your vet may be able to identify arthritis early making the treatment process run more smoothly.
How will my horses activity be affected by arthritis?
In addition to treatment by a veterinarian you may need to reduce your horses physical workload or sport activity. This is especially true if the work includes jumping or traveling over rough terrain. Light exercise can be beneficial to maintain joint flexibility but it may be the end of your horses competitive career.