Fundamentals of Lameness Evaluation: Diagnosing and Managing Lameness in Horses
Lameness evaluation is a critical skill for any equine professional, veterinary technician, or horse owner. This course offers a step-by-step guide to identifying and diagnosing lameness in horses, focusing on the latest techniques in evaluation and diagnostic anesthesia.
You will learn how to properly grade lameness, perform a stationary exam, and evaluate the horse in motion. This course also covers essential skills such as using anatomical landmarks for diagnostic perineural anesthesia and performing diagnostic radiographs for more in-depth assessments.
Designed for beginners and intermediates, this course helps you develop a strong foundation in lameness diagnosis and treatment, ensuring that you can confidently assess equine soundness and know when to call in additional veterinary support. The course is NBCAAM approved, offering continuing education credits.
Featured Benefits
Key Skills Covered
Lessons Included
8
Course Level
Beginner to Intermediate
Continuing Education Eligibility
NBCAAM Approved (National Board of Certification for Animal Acupressure and Massage) - 6 Hours General CE
Audience
Equine Veterinary Technicians, Equine Bodyworkers, Horse Owners, Equine Professionals
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