11/27/2022
Did you know that compression of the brachial plexus can create unexplained forelimb lameness!?
Compression between the scapula and the ribs has been considered as the most common cause of injury to the brachial plexus. This can cause unexplained lameness and stumbling.
There becomes a cause and effect cycle that occurs as these horses present with neurogenic atrophy of the thoracic muscles. The lack of muscle development means a loss of cushioning between the scapula, brachial plexus and rib, predisposing to more compression.
Studies have outlined that this diagnosis is rare, however appreciate this could be due to underdiagnosis as neurological issues are difficult to assess with screening modalities, some may have conservative management, go without further investigation, or be euthanized because of a belief of poor prognosis or a suspicion of other severe conditions such as limb fracture.
So, it is possible that many horses with milder compression of the brachial plexus could be dealing with milder discomforts and sub clinical lameness'.
Join myself and Celeste-Leilani Lazaris, a pioneer of the recognition and treatment of this pathology in an upcoming webinar where we also go into the fluid, interconnected relationship with posture and hoof balance.
Tickets..
https://equineeducationhub.thinkific.com/courses/nerve-impingement-hoof-balance
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