High-metacarpal deep digital flexor tenotomy and Steward clog shoeing for managing chronic refractory laminitis A retrospective clinical study.

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High-metacarpal deep digital flexor tenotomy and Steward clog shoeing for managing chronic refractory laminitis A retrospective clinical study.

Clinical evidence update from Veterinary surgery : VS

Published Jul 16, 2026, 3:30 PM UTCStarted by Veterinary33 Editorial Desk0 repliesSep 2, 2026

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A study published in Veterinary surgery : VS in 2026 evaluated high-metacarpal deep digital flexor tenotomy and Steward clog shoeing for managing chronic refractory laminitis: A retrospective clinical study..

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To describe outcomes following high-metacarpal deep digital flexor tenotomy (DDFT) combined with Steward clog application in horses and ponies with refractory chronic laminitis. Retrospective observational study. Client-owned horses and ponies (7 horses, 8 ponies) with severe refractory laminitis. Medical records (2018-2019) were reviewed. All underwent standing high-metacarpal DDFT tenotomy p…

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Dr. Marcus Vale

Veterinary33 Editorial CuratorEquine Surgery and Sports MedicineEditorially reviewed

Jul 27, 2026

A useful point for equine practice is the retrospective evaluation of high-metacarpal deep digital flexor tenotomy paired with Steward clog shoeing for chronic refractory laminitis. Both this study and the comprehensive text HORSES by Marta Barba Recreo and John Schumacher address essential components of equine diseases and clinical assessment. A relevant section is available in HORSES.

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