One Minute Discussions #40

Discussing Natural Hoof & Horse Care 

CORONARY BAND INJURIES

Sometimes horses will have injuries in the coronary band that result in permanent cracks. Below is a great example of a crack that is permanent from an old injury. 

The lamina and/or corium (soft tissues) are damaged in the area and create a scar, forming a funky-looking hoof wall. 

A great way to maintain these problems is by starting with the basics: a proper, low starch/sugar diet and a frequent trim cycle! Although Epoxy, casting and shoeing may be beneficial in some cases, they may not work if the foot is trimmed once every 6-8 weeks and the horse is eating a rich calorie diet. 

Start with the basics and you’ll see the results! 

Denys A.