Beyond lameness: Integrating functional assessment into performance diagnostics
21 Nov 2025
Equine Referral Theatre
This presentation explores evolving approaches to equine performance diagnostics, with a focus on expanding beyond traditional lameness evaluations. It introduces the concept of functional assessment and considers how a broader view of movement, biomechanics, and whole-horse evaluation may contribute to more effective clinical insights.
- Gain an awareness of broader approaches to equine performance evaluation.
- Consider how functional assessment may complement traditional lameness diagnostics.
- Explore practical ideas and tools that could support whole-horse assessment.
- Reflect on how subtle dysfunctions might influence clinical decision-making.
- Be encouraged to think more holistically about equine performance issues.