Bone biomechanics: a review of the influences of exercise and nutritional management on bone modeling in the growing and exercising horse
Published:March 26, 2007
Summary
A strong, well-conformed and developed musculoskeletal system is essential to provide structural support and limb soundness in exercising horses of all ages. These needs are greatest in the athletic horse to withstand the loading, strain and concussive forces imposed on bones and joint structures. Bone and joint injuries account for up to 70% of the downtime or lost training days in racing and eq...
Interesting article about Bone biomechanics in horses. Growth plate closure and castration in the horse is understood. What is the position with castration and bone development/quality - when castration carried out before 3 years.