Re: RC: side bones

[CMKSAGEHIL@aol.com]

In a message dated 10/19/99 2:52:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time, 
Ajsclassgs@aol.com writes:

<< I think sidebones are the same as ringbone. >>

Nope, entirely different problem altogether.  Sidebones are the 
calcifications of the lateral cartilages that come up off the coffin bone and 
have nothing whatsoever to do with the pastern joints.  They can be felt 
along the coronet band ahead of the heels on either side of the foot.

As to the original question--some horses get horrendous ones and are NEVER 
lame, whereas others will be quite sore as they calcify.  So it is a bit 
tough to make a blanket statement about them.  In most cases, if one can 
determine what is irritating them to cause them to calcify, one can address 
THAT problem--may be concussion, or whatever.  Many will become more sound 
after they finish calcifying, some won't.

Heidi


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