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US Researchers Seek Horses for Navicular Treatment StudyResearchers at Washington State University in the US are starting two studies of new treatments for navicular disease in horses. Navicular disease, or inflammation of the heel, is one of the most common causes of lameness in the front legs of horses. Although it is common, the cause of navicular disease is poorly understood. The first study involves assessing and treating affected horses with a new therapeutic drug for those that have navicular disease with bone edema, and the second involves a surgical procedure to help horses that have affected ligaments in the navicular region. Dr. Sarah Sampson, a Washington State University equine veterinarian with expertise in navicular disease and magnetic resonance imaging, is a key researcher on the project, along with Dr. Robert Schneider, a WSU professor and board-certified equine surgeon. Another member of the team is WSU equine intern Dr. Chad Marsh, who was brought on staff specifically for these studies. The American Quarter Horse Association has partially funded one of the studies. Darin Watkins |