Beyond lameness: Integrating functional assessment into performance diagnostics (LVS25)

This presentation explores evolving approaches to equine performance diagnostics, with a focus on expanding beyond traditional lameness evaluations. It introduces the concept of functional assessment and considers how a broader view of movement, biomechanics, and whole-horse evaluation may contribute to more effective clinical insights.

• Gain an awareness of broader approaches to equine performance evaluation.
• Consider how functional assessment may complement traditional lameness diagnostics.
• Explore practical ideas and tools that could support whole-horse assessment.
• Reflect on how subtle dysfunctions might influence clinical decision-making.
• Be encouraged to think more holistically about equine performance issues.

Speakers

Nadine Ogden, BVSc CertAVP(EL) MScVPS FHEA DipACVSMR MRCVS, American & RCVS Specialist in Equine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation - B&W Equine Hospital (CVS)

Presented at LVS 2025

Friday, 21 November 2025, 11:10-12:00, Equine Referral Theatre