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Ask Your Veterinarian Presented By Kentucky Performance Products: Conducting Lameness Exams
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Dr. Scott Hopper conducts a lameness exam at Rood and Riddle
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eterinarians at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital answer your questions about sales and healthcare of Thoroughbred auction yearlings, weanlings, 2-year-olds and breeding stock.
Question: Could you describe the process you go through to conduct a lameness exam?
Dr. Scott Hopper: Lameness exams are a subjective art form where we try to apply science and technology to identify the source or sources of the lameness. The goal of every lameness exam should be to come up with a definitive diagnosis. A definitive diagnosis is essential to proper treatment.

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