16+ years of experience. I take a whole horse approach to reversing hoof deformities using barefoot
02/16/2025
The hoof serves as the horse’s point of contact with the ground, and the biomechanics of this interaction have significant physiological impacts on the horse’s movement. By adjusting how the hoof strikes the ground, we can influence the movement of the rest of the body.
This before and after gait analysis illustrates that by increasing hind hoof angle by 3 degrees using a temporary boot orthotic, the horse can more effectively distribute its weight in the hind end along a straight line during movement.
Having objective and quantifiable information can be extremely helpful to veterinarians, body workers, farriers, and trainers, as it aids in making informed decisions about the horse’s care and training strategy.
