Our veterinarians will work with you to meet your soundness goals for your horse – whether it be pasture comfort, trail riding soundness or excelling in competition. Sound equine motion involves integration between the four limbs as well as the trunk. A soundness evaluation allows us to begin to understand the root(s) of your horse’s condition.
A common soundness evaluation exam includes:
- Movement evaluation on different surfaces
- Palpation of the limbs and back
- Flexion tests
- Hoof test with hoof testers
- Nerve blocks
- Digital Radiographs
A soundness evaluation may also include:
- Ultrasound
- Joint injections
- Referral for MRI/CT
- Referral for bone scan
