Equine mysterious lameness

Equine mysterious lameness is not an uncommon condition in horses and there is a simple therapy to correct the situation. A horse can suddenly become lame without showing any sign the previous day – a condition which will force him to remain in a sitting position most of the time. It is always a big concern to see your once active horse having problems using his leg or legs properly. Though it is a common condition that shouldn't create panic or fear for horse owners, but there is a need to provide quick and effective treatment to help the horse regain his active life.

In a certain situation, you may find it difficult to know the exact leg or legs affected with lameness, but veterinarians are well trained to determine mysterious lameness in horses through signs and diagnosis. Some horse owners also have the experience to determine this condition through symptoms such as checking hind legs while running. The most common sign of equine mysterious lameness is when one of the hind legs does not reach the same level with the other when the horse is in a motion. 

You should also contact your veterinarian if you discover that your horse isn't willing to move from one place or not interested in taking few strides. Tiptoeing is another sign showing that your horse is suffering mysterious lameness and he may not get out of this problem unless an effective treatment is recommended by an expert. With the advanced technology available in the treatment of horses, equine mysterious lameness can be corrected using hoof testers and other methods to help them heal as quickly as possible.
Several conditions are known to cause limp and mysterious lameness in horses, ranging from poor foot balance, laminitis and accident to degenerative joint disease, ligament, tendon problems and fractures. In rare cases, neck and back problems can also cause horse lameness and experts may not find anything wrong with the legs' joints or soft tissues.   

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