Laminitis recovery requires months of careful hoof management. Understanding the rehabilitation process helps horse owners support long-term soundness and comfort.
Post-laminitic horses experience chronic pain from hoof capsule distortion and ongoing inflammation. Regular farriery - every 4-6 weeks - is essential to support correct alignment and relieve pressure. Soft deep bedding, restricted grazing, and strict diet management prevent recurrence. Horses confined during recovery need enrichment: hay nets, companionship and safe mental stimulation to prevent frustration and learned helplessness.