Every lameness exam begins with a thorough physical examination of your horse. Dr. Daly will carefully evaluate their joints, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, Your horse will be examined at rest and in motion. Flexion tests can be used to help determine if a particular joint is the source of pain. If necessary, Dr. Daly can also employ other diagnostics and imaging tests, such as regional nerve blocks and radiography (x-rays), to help localize the problem. Treatments may include joint injections, exercise modifications and collaboration with your farrier for corrective shoeing.