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Discussion on New Article on Sidebone and the Collateral Cartilages
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DrO
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Posted on Monday, Jul 31, 2006 - 11:09 am:
The collateral cartilages lie to each side of the coffin (toe) bone of the horse. It is likely they they provide circulatory support to the foot. A common condition of horses is to have the cartilages to calcify and enlarge. Because the upper edge lies above the hoof wall this can be seen and palpated and is called sidebone. This occurs most often in the front feet and may be related to conformation or trimming. When present it is a uncommon cause of lameness. This article discusses the anatomy of the collateral cartilages, the identification of sidebone, and the diagnosis of lameness associated with sidebone. Also discussed is the treatment of sidebone related lameness and links to further information on this condition provided. To access the article click on the title on the navigation bar above.
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