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What role does proper hoof care play in preventing laminitis?

Whilst it is incorrect to say that proper hoof care can prevent laminitis, I do believe that it plays a huge role in lessening the chances of rotation and/or sinking should the horse get laminitis. When the hoof is kept in optimal shape there is less mechanical strain on the lamina which encourages a stronger connection between the hoof wall and coffin bone which in turn makes it is less susceptible to insult.

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What role does proper hoof care play in preventing laminitis?

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