Therapeutic shoeing is a specialized type of hoof care that is used to address certain problems or conditions in horses. It involves the use of customized shoes or shoe modifications to provide support and protect the horse’s hooves.

There are many different conditions that can be treated with therapeutic shoeing, including:

1. Laminitis: Laminitis is a condition that affects the sensitive laminae tissue inside the hoof, and it can be very painful for horses. Therapeutic shoeing can help to distribute the horse’s weight more evenly across the hoof and reduce the amount of strain on the laminae.
2. Navicular syndrome: Navicular syndrome is a condition that affects the navicular bone and its surrounding tissues in the hoof. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor conformation and overuse. Therapeutic shoeing can help to reduce the amount of pressure on the navicular bone and provide support to the hoof.
3. Founder: Founder is a serious condition that occurs when the horse’s hoof becomes too long and the coffin bone rotates within the hoof capsule. Therapeutic shoeing can help to stabilize the hoof and reduce the risk of further damage.

Therapeutic shoeing is typically performed by a farrier or veterinarian, and it is an important part of the treatment and management of various hoof conditions in horses. If you have a horse that is suffering from a hoof condition, it may be worth considering therapeutic shoeing as a treatment option.