Foal Remedial Club Foot Shoe

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Remedial shoes for young horses showing leg flaws can be extremely costly (typically $80-$120 USD). However, they are essentially just pieces of plastic ! That's why you can now print your own and tailor their size precisely to your needs ! A club foot is defined by an angle of the hoof-wall that is too sharp. Unusual growth of the hoof is also a hallmark of a club foot. Considered a flexural deformity of the coffin joint, a club foot results from shortening of the deep digital flexor tendon, which pulls up the heel and alters the angle of the pastern joint. With this club foot shoe, the young horse uses its entire hoof without overexerting the flexor tendons. This relieves the suspension system of the coffin bone and reduces the risk of laminitis with coffin bone rotation. Consult your vet for proper advice on managing club feet in young horses.