Desvio de aprumos em equinos: revisão de literatura

Abstract

The domestication of the horse led to its insertion for transportation, for equestrian competitions, and in different functions with the human being, which increasingly demanded a careful look at the integrity of their locomotor system. The inadequate conformation of the limbs favors the appearance of lameness, being an important factor in the health of the limbs, and also, determinant in the useful life of a horse. Deviations in equine uprightness generally condition an important deficit in the performance of equine biomechanics, a problem that arises with a higher incidence in foals, which in turn, have greater chances in the success of early corrections. The irregularities of the limbs promote a destruction of the anatomical integrity of the distal portions, impairing the gait and balance of the animal. Therefore, it is of great importance to carry out a review of studies that demonstrate the diversity of deviations, as well as their main forms of diagnosis and corrections for the rehabilitation of natural biomechanics.