The Equine Athlete

The hoof mechanism


How does the course work?

Online Course duration

1 h 20
Online learning

What you will learn

In this course you will learn about:

  • What is hoof mechanism
  • What internal and external forces are involved
  • Which parts of the hoof can move and how
  • Why the hoof mechanism is important for hoof and limb health
  • Which anatomical, environmental and medical factors can affect the hoof mechanism

Course format

Online

Authors

Dr Isabel Imboden