The navicular bone is the bone that lies in the middle of the foot of the horse, and is known to be the largest bone in the equine body. Its primary function is to act as a support for the tendons of the digital extensor muscles, and it also serves as the attachment point for the suspensor ligaments.

What is navicular syndrome in horses?

It is a condition that is caused by excessive strain on the tendons of the digital extensor muscles that causes them to become inflamed and swollen. The swelling can extend up the tendon and into the bone itself. In severe cases of navicular syndrome, the bone is pushed upwards and out of place.

Navicular syndrome in horses can occur at any age, although it is most common in young horses and ponies. The condition is most often seen in horses that have been worked on hard, have had a hard ride or have been ridden incorrectly. However, there are many other factors that can also contribute to the development of navicular syndrome. These include the size and shape of the horse’s hoof, the condition of the horse’s feet, the type of shoe worn, the length of time the horse has been ridden and the type of riding surface.

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What are the symptoms of navicular syndrome in horses?

The symptoms of navicular syndrome can vary depending on the severity of the condition, but it is most commonly seen in horses that are working in hard conditions, particularly if they have a history of pain in the back of the leg.

Common symptoms of navicular syndrome include:

• Lame when walking or trotting
• Difficulty getting up or down
• Pain in the back of the leg, particularly if it has been ridden for a long period of time
• Swelling of the tendon
• A thickened area of tissue
• Heaviness in the hoof

How is navicular syndrome diagnosed?

The most common signs that a horse has navicular syndrome are lameness when walking or trotting, difficulty getting up or down and pain in the back of the leg. Horses that have navicular syndrome will also have a thickened area of tissue between the hoof and the cannon bone.

If you notice any of these symptoms in your horse, then it is important to make an appointment to see your local vet as soon as possible. Your vet will be able to diagnose the condition by looking at your horse’s hoof, examining the area of swelling and checking the amount of pain that your horse is experiencing. Your vet will also be able to test your horse’s strength and mobility by walking, trotting and jumping the horse.

Your vet will also be able to tell you whether the horse has a problem with its tendons or bone. They will also be able to give you some treatment options that you can try to help your horse recover.

What is the treatment for navicular syndrome in horses?

Osphos for horses is the best treatment of navicular syndrome that we know of. It is a treatment that has been used successfully for many years now and will help relieve your horse’s pain and keep it from getting worse. The treatment is not very expensive and it should only take a few weeks to start working. This is an excellent treatment for horses that are currently in a lot of pain and for horses that have mild to moderate navicular syndrome.