Adams and Stashak’s Lameness in Horses, 7th Edition, edited by Gary M. Baxter, is a comprehensive reference that offers an updated guide to understanding and managing equine lameness. This essential resource includes detailed information on objective lameness assessment, sports medicine, rehabilitation, treatment options, and advanced imaging techniques. Contributions from leading experts provide insights into functional anatomy, examination methods, imaging, lameness in various parts of the horse’s body, musculoskeletal disease principles, therapies, occupation-related conditions, lameness in young horses, and farriery practices.
More than 1,700 images enhance the text, making it a thorough reference for all aspects of equine lameness. The book is designed to be an invaluable tool for veterinary specialists, practitioners, interns, residents, and students. A companion website offers additional “how-to” videos that demonstrate various physical examination techniques, such as palpation, hoof testing, flexion tests, and perineural and intrasynovial injection methods.
With its rich content and practical approach, this edition continues to be the definitive resource on equine lameness. Now in its seventh edition, it remains a go-to reference for anyone involved in equine healthcare.
