Joint Disease

A five-star rider explains her key to success—riding in balance. BONUS: Advice to manage joint disease to keep your horse moving freely.

In a recent study with Thoroughbred foals, researchers found that a lack of mineralization could cause future issues with hock joints.

Degenerative joint disease, or osteoarthritis, is an irreversible condition, but careful management of symptoms will keep your horse moving freely.

The latest research has shown that a high-energy diet could increase a foal's chances of developing a developmental joint disease.