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Equine Lameness for the Layman: Tools for Prompt Recognition, Accurate Assessment, and Proactive Management
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About Equine Lameness For The Layman: Tools For Prompt
Product Description Lameness is the most common cause of poor performance in the horse. This makes management of his soundness over the longterm integral to both his general wellbeing and his ability to participate in recreational and competitive activities. Unfortunately, most equine caretakers are unable to perceive abnormal movement in the horse, extending the period between the onset of a problem and its eventual treatment, and the longer an issue is allowed to persist, the greater the chance that it will progress. Many equine veterinarians also find it difficult to visually decipher lameness, which leads to lengthy, expensive, and often inaccurate diagnostic workups. It is with these two key audiences in mind that Dr. Bob Grisel has created a book unlike any other. With hundreds of illustrations, dozens of charts, and links to online videos of explanatory case studies, readers are given a complete course in observing, identifying, and decoding equine lameness. Dr. Grisel helps you interpret what is seen, plain and simple (no need for medical knowledge of equine anatomy and pathology). Whether firsttime horse owner or seasoned professional, you are guaranteed to come away with a detailed, systematic, and comprehensive method for a happier, healthier equine partner. Review “Combining clear descriptions with corresponding video, this book is a must-have for all horsemen seeking a strong eye for evaluating horse movement. Veterinarian G. Robert “Bob” Grisel knows that early detection comes from having savvy horse owners, which is why he put together Equine Lameness for the Layman: Tools for Prompt Recognition, Accurate Assessment, and Proactive Management. The book works as a complete, practical, at-home “course” in equine lameness valuable to the new horse owner as well as the lifelong professional. “Easy-to-read chapters describe various kinds of equine lameness, as well as equine anatomy most often associated with them. The book also teaches how to develop a consistent method of evaluation that can help lead to a diagnosis. It includes a thorough glossary of terms in addition to hundreds of illustrations, charts and diagrams. “The book’s gold mine is its corresponding videos. More than 100 QR codes found throughout the book give readers access (through smartphone scanner apps) to videos of horses exhibiting the lamenesses and gait abnormalities described in the text. The book’s solid descriptions reinforce and make clear what the videos present. For all of the veterinary correctness in its language, his book’s text and videos engage learners of all kinds. From upward fixation of the patella to asymmetrical strides, it’s fascinating and helpful material for any student of the horse.” —Western Horseman "No broad-brush overview, Equine Lameness for the Layman is a veterinary text sweetened with helpful illustrations and such plain-language descriptions as ‘right front non-weight-bearing lameness looks as if the horse is dragging a brick with a right front pastern.’" —US Dressage Federation Connection “Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or just bought your first horse, you will want this book on your shelf to reference the next time you think your horse is lame.” —Equine Journal “A massive amount of shared knowledge presented in a very easy to follow non-vet school manner… Love the interactive video QR codes throughout the book that provide great visual help to go along with the text. Highly recommended for any horse owner or horse health practitioner. This is a book you will use time and time again.” —Catskill Horse “This unique book should be required reading for anyone who works with horses: veterinarians, blacksmiths, trainers, massage therapists, etc. It is a one-of-a-kind deconstruction of equine lameness.”— EquineSeniors.com About the Author Dr. Bob Grisel began his equine veterinary training at the age of 13, when he worked for a racetrack veterinarian near his home in southern Florida. He quick
