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==Introduction==
==Introduction==
The general anatomy of the hoof can be found here: [[Hoof - Anatomy & Physiology|Equine Hoof]]. The following section will focus on the equine hoof specifics.
The general anatomy of the hoof can be found here: [[Hoof - Anatomy & Physiology|Equine Hoof]]. The following section will focus on the equine hoof specifics.
===Sole===
===Sole===
The '''sole''' is the area distal to the bars and apex of the frog enclosed by the hoof wall. The area where the bars and wall enclose it is known as the '''angle of the sole'''. Since the sole is slightly concave, the majority of the horse's weight is transferred through the margin of the sole.
The '''sole''' is the area distal to the bars and apex of the frog enclosed by the hoof wall. The area where the bars and wall enclose it is known as the '''angle of the sole'''. Since the sole is slightly concave, the majority of the horse's weight is transferred through the margin of the sole.
[[image: Plantar hoof aspect.jpg|thumb|175px|left|A view of the solar surface of an equine hoof. The wall has been removed on the right to show the underlying dermis. ©Rachael Wallace2008]]
== Deeper Structures of the Hoof==
== Deeper Structures of the Hoof==
A well-trimmed foot should weight bear on its walls, bars and frog. This occurs as the weight applied to the distal phalanx is then transferred across the interdigitating laminae to the hoof wall. Thus an injury resulting in damage to the laminae is of extreme importance to the horse.
A well-trimmed foot should weight bear on its walls, bars and frog. This occurs as the weight applied to the distal phalanx is then transferred across the interdigitating laminae to the hoof wall. Thus an injury resulting in damage to the laminae is of extreme importance to the horse.
[[image: X-section through hoof.jpg|thumb|200px|right|A X-section through a typical hoof. ©Rachael Wallace2008]]