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Understanding Laminitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment by Dr. Charlotte Kin

Learn about laminitis, its signs, causes, and treatment from Dr. Charlotte Kin's expert insights. Discover how to prevent this painful condition in horses.

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Understanding Laminitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment by Dr. Charlotte Kin

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  1. Laminitis Dr. Charlotte Kin Exclusively Equine Veterinary Services, PC. Dave & MaryAnn CrabtreeCrabtree Farrier Services

  2. Dr. Charlotte Kin: Credentials • USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist • USDF “L” Judges Program Graduate • USPC “HA” Graduate • USPC National Visiting Instructor • Former Member of NCAA National Champion OSU Equestrian Team

  3. Dr. Charlotte Kin: Credentials • Graduated from OSU College of Vet Med • Internship: Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital Lexington, KY • Residency in Equine Practice: Oakridge Equine Hospital Edmond, OK • Owner of Exclusively Equine Veterinary Services

  4. Dr. Charlotte Kin: Spare Time

  5. What is LAMINITIS? • Also referred to as FOUNDER • Laminitis=acute inflammation • Founder=chronic laminitis

  6. What is LAMINITIS? • Inflammation that leads to disruption of the blood-flow to the sensitive & insensitive lamina • Disruption of the attachment mechanism between the sensitive & insensitive lamina • Lamina attach the coffin bone to the hoof capsule.

  7. Laminitis: Rotation • In the normal position the coffin bone sits parallel to the hoof capsule • Rotation occurs when the coffin bone (P3) rotates away from the hoof capsule

  8. Laminitis: Rotation

  9. Laminitis: Rotation In severe cases the bone and hoof wall separate and the coffin bone may be displaced downward.

  10. Laminitis: Sinking • In the most severe cases the coffin bone can sink and penetrate the bottom of the sole. • This can lead to sloughing of the hoof capsule.

  11. What are the signs of LAMINITIS? • Lameness especially when turning in circles • Shifting weight back and forth. • Pain in the toe region when hoof testers are applied.

  12. What are the signs of LAMINITIS? • Saw-horse stance • “walking on eggshells” • Increased digital pulse • Heat in the feet

  13. What are the signs of LAMINITIS? • Reluctant or unable to rise • Hemorrhage visible on sole • Separation and abscess formation

  14. What are the signs of LAMINITIS? CHRONIC FOUNDER • Chronic lameness • Rings in hoof capsule • Aladdin's shoe • Chronic abscesses

  15. What are the signs of LAMINITIS? CHRONIC FOUNDER • “seedy toe”-widened white line • Dropped soles or flat feet • Dished hooves

  16. What are the causes of LAMINITIS? • “Grass Founder” • “Grain Overload” • Abrupt changes in diet

  17. What are the causes of LAMINITIS? • Endotoxemia • High fever or illness • Severe colic or diarrhea (colitis)

  18. What are the causes of LAMINITIS? • Retained placenta • “Road founder” • Injury to another limb causing excessive weight bearing

  19. What are the causes of LAMINITIS? • Prolonged use of steroids (not that kind of steroids) • Primary foot disease • Black walnut shavings

  20. What are the causes of LAMINITIS? • Previous laminitis • Endocrine diseases-CUSHINGS DISEASE.

  21. What is the treatment for LAMINITIS? GRAIN OVERLOAD • CALL VET IMMEDIATELY • NG tube-pump stomach & administer charcoal or oil • Anti-inflammatories • Anti-endotoxic drugs • Vasodilators

  22. What is the treatment for LAMINITIS? • Identify & treat primary problem • The sooner the better! • Anti-inflammatories • IV fluids +/- DMSO

  23. What is the treatment for LAMINITIS? • Antibiotics • Vasodilators-acepromazine, isoxiprine • Sand or deep bedding • Pull shoes • Radiographs

  24. What is the treatment for LAMINITIS? • Open and drain abscesses • Frog support • Coronary grooving • Dietary restrictions

  25. What is the treatment for LAMINITIS? • Ice legs • COOPERATION BETWEEN VET AND FARRIER!!!! • LONG TERM TREATMENTS……

  26. What is the long term prognosis & maintaince for LAMINITIS? • Some horses suffer an acute episode and go on to live normal lives. • Most require maintaince treatments • Some horses are so severe that they are euthanized for humane reasons

  27. What is the long term prognosis & maintaince for LAMINITIS? • Radiographs before shoeing and resetting shoes. • Important to have good working relationship with vet and farrier. • Dietary restrictions: little or no grass, low carb high fat grain.

  28. What is the long term prognosis & maintaince for LAMINITIS? • Good health maintaince program to prevent other diseases that may induce laminitis. • Anti-inflammatory medications-BUTE • Hoof growth supplement

  29. How do I prevent LAMINITIS? • Keep grain locked up!! • Gradually introduce horses to green pasture. • Good hoof care • Good preventative health care program • If you suspect laminitis call you vet IMMEDIATELY!

  30. Any Questions???

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