Equine Lameness & Shin Bone Balance Support

Educational Overview

Equine Lameness & Shin Bone (Cannon Bone) 

What is lameness?


Equine lameness refers to pain or dysfunction affecting a horse’s movement. One common area involved, especially in young or working horses, is the shin bone (cannon bone), which plays a critical role in weight-bearing and shock absorption.

Common causes


• Repetitive concussion from training or hard ground


• Rapid increase in workload or intensity


• Incomplete bone adaptation in young horses


• Micro-fractures or stress reactions (“shin soreness”)


• Poor hoof balance or inappropriate shoeing


• Nutritional deficiencies affecting bone strength

Signs to watch for


• Shortened stride or uneven gait


• Sensitivity or heat along the shin bone


• Swelling or thickening of the cannon bone


• Reluctance to train, turn, or increase speed


• Stiffness, especially at the start of work

Why early support matters


Shin bone stress left unmanaged can progress to stress fractures or chronic lameness, potentially ending a horse’s athletic career. Early intervention allows bone to remodel and strengthen safely.

Supportive care strategies


• Reduce workload and allow controlled rest


• Gradual conditioning to support bone adaptation


• Proper hoof balance and farriery support


• Cold therapy after exercise to reduce inflammation


• Nutritional support for bone and connective tissue health


• Ongoing monitoring for heat, swelling, or gait changes

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Educational Purposes

Gentle Natural Care for Active Horses

• Traditional Soothing — Certain botanicals and minerals have long been valued for their connection with easing strain in hardworking legs.
  
  

• Strength & Resilience — Symbolically linked with structural integrity, natural supports are often associated with maintaining steady strength in bones and connective tissues.
  
  

• Performance Demands — Horses in training or competition place extra pressure on their legs, sometimes showing signs of fatigue or soreness. Gentle natural care can serve as a daily companion for these demands.
  
  

Balance & Renewal — In many traditions, natural remedies are tied to renewal, harmony, and recovery of strength after exertion.

EMS - Equine Metabolic Awareness

Did you know?


Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) is a common concern in horses and ponies, often linked with body condition and sensitivity to certain feeds.

• Diet & Exercise — Management usually begins with practical changes such as reducing sugary feeds (like pellets) and encouraging more regular movement and exercise.
  
  

• Awareness Matters — Early recognition and lifestyle care can make a big difference in maintaining balance and long-term wellbeing.
  
  

• Supportive Care — Alongside these management steps, gentle natural remedies may be used as part of a holistic routine.
  
  
  

Blood Sugar Balance Remedy 74-3

Part of the traditional Diabetic Support Set, this remedy is designed to symbolically support:

• Balance — linked in traditional practice with stable energy and resilience.
  
  

• Harmony — associated with smoother rhythms in daily cycles.
  
  

• Wellbeing — a gentle companion for animals requiring extra support in their holistic care plan.
  
  
  
  

Note: This description reflects traditional associations and is offered for general wellness and educational purposes only.