Equine lecture series 2020: Lameness - Problems of tendon sheaths and bursae

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Problems arising from the tendon sheaths and bursae are common causes of lameness in horses. Professor Roger Smith will describe the location and anatomy of the digital, carpal and tarsal sheaths and will explore what can go wrong, including manica flexoria and annular ligament injuries.

The lecture will also cover the common abnormalities of the navicular bursa, as well as the calcaneal and bicipital bursae.

Due to COVID-19 the lecture will not take place live on the advertised day.  It will be recorded by the Equine team and will be available on or around the date of the advertised live lecture.

If you haven't already purchased a ticket and would like access to the recorded lecture please click on this link to book.

Lectures in this series available to book as recordings:
Internal parasites and worm control of horses – what’s new? 
Endocrinopathic laminitis 
Equine emergencies and first aid
Poor performance

Due to COVID-19 the below lectures will not take place live on the advertised day.  They will be recorded by the Equine team and will be available on or around the date of the advertised live lecture. To book the recorded version please click on the link below.
Lameness - problems of tendon sheaths and bursae - Wednesday 7th October 2020
Sight for sore eyes - equine ophthalmology - Wednesday 2nd December 2020

 

Tutors

Roger Smith, MA VetMB PhD DEO ECVDI LAIA DipECVSMR DipECVS FHEA FRCVS
Professor of Equine Orthopaedics
The Royal Veterinary College