Foot abscesses are a common cause of lameness in a horse and, although typically they can be quickly resolved, it is important to understand that there are other structures in the foot that may be affected.
In this instructive video by Equine Dental Vets, Dr Luke Wells-Smith of the Equine Podiatry and Lameness Centre takes you through the possible causes of abcesses and lameness in horses, what to look for and how it is diagnosed and treated.