Ringbone

Discussion in 'Shoeing Horses with Lameness Issues' started by Platerforge, Dec 18, 2012.

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    Platerforge Guest

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    Q: How would you trim ringbone on a foot; without shoes?

    Horse is 16 yrs old, lame, and foot is turned out on the left front, accordingly to the owner.
    Platerforge, Dec 18, 2012
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    Justin Decker Active Member

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    Kind of invasive to trim ringbone. Might want to let a vet do it. ;)
    Justin Decker, Dec 18, 2012
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    Rick Burten Professional farrier

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    Justin, I was thinking the same thing.

    Regardless, when trimming to manage ringbone, I shorten the phalaneal lever as much as is pragmatic, keep the angles on the high side, and roll the edges of the wall as much as is practical so that breakover is eased in all directions. I also conserve as much sole as possible.
    Rick Burten, Dec 18, 2012
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