My mares legs.

[mhorses]

Hey I have a mare who was diagnosed with arthritus in her fetlock joint a number of years ago on her front near leg. It was due to her hooves growing turning towards eachother. She is around 20 but still full of going (hacking). I get her shod by a remedial farrier with a raised heel and rolled toe shoe and she is as enthusiastic as ever and I would hardly know she suffered from any ailment until I turn a circle.
Back to the problem...
When she is stabled at night her two rear lower legs swell substantially but when i take her for a short hack they go back to normal. I presume it is something to do with circulation. Do you recommend any supplements or exercise regimes. 24hr turnout is not an option during winter.

 

[MrVelvet]

Stable bandages? Magnet boots? Inhand walks morning and night?

Exercise regimes - as much gentle walking as will allow.

 

[Tuffles 23]

Hi my old lady has the same problem (23) but no arthritus ,i have had a chat with my vet and we have put it down to old age , this year i have put her in the foaling box for more room to move and so far she's been fine and i do try to keep her fit as i find as with all us oldies it keeps everything working
My old lady is 14hh JA pony who has had a very hard working life (which she's loved) and is still going strong and now doing pony club with my daughter .
I have tryed joint flex stuff and top spec senior but not seen any real difference only to my bank account

 

[mhorses]

Ok....

 

[Twinkle Twinkle]

I would try magnet boots