EQUINE WOBBLERS

This web site can assist you in answering your questions about Equine Wobbler Syndrome "wobbles" resulting from compression of the cervical spinal cord. It will give you an understanding of the clinical signs, diagnostic tests, and possible successful treatment and prevention of the "Wobbler" syndrome. You will be able to make an informed decision for your horse's future. Even the great Seattle Slew at 26 years of age received a titanium implant, and was able to breed 60 mares at the age of 27... The most obvious clinical sign is an abnormal gait characterized by wobbling, or a horse that looks like he's had a fair amount of tranquilizers. Mild cases may only present an inability to change leads, stop smoothly, or a negative change in behavior that results in poor performance. The mild cases are often confused with subtle problems of the hind legs, especially of the hock and stifle. The hind limbs are affected because the nerves which supply the area are located on the outside of the..

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