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Sole Bruises, Abscesses, and Gravels in Horses
  by Robert N. Oglesby DVM

Introduction

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The most common causes of lameness in horses are abscesses and bruises of the sole of the hoof. Bruises are easy to understand, they are caused by trauma. Rough ground, poorly fitting or overgrown shoes, and thin soles can cause bruising. Bruises usually come on quickly and cause low to moderate grades of lameness. Abscesses may also come on quickly or over a couple of days and the degree of lameness is much worse. Abscesses that are not promptly treated can turn into a gravel: a draining tract that pops out at the coronet This article discusses the identification and treatment of bruises, abscesses, and gravels.
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