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Hoof - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
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The hooves in newborn foals are bilaterally symmetrical. Over a period of just a few months, forces exerted on the hoof during locomotion cause a visible difference between the right and left, as well as front and hind hooves. Thus, isolated specimens of equine feet can be distinguished as follows:
The hooves in newborn foals are bilaterally symmetrical. Over a period of just a few months, forces exerted on the hoof during locomotion cause a visible difference between the right and left, as well as front and hind hooves. Thus, isolated specimens of equine feet can be distinguished as follows:
Front vs hind:
Front: The angle between the toe and the ground is approximately 45 degrees. The sole is circular in shape.
Hind: The angle between the toe and the ground is 50-55 degrees. The sole is oval in shape.
Right vs left:
Quarters (lateral and medial walls) are steeper on the medial side of the hoof.
Assessment of the external anatomy can be a used as an important part of a lameness examination.
Assessment of the external anatomy can be a used as an important part of a lameness examination.
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===Periople===
===Periople===