Equine Case #1 | Part 2 of 4: Flexion Tests Reveal Hind & Forelimb Lameness

Welcome to Part 2 of 4 in Equine Case #1, a full lameness diagnostic workup series at the Equine Performance Innovative Center (EPIC). In this video, we demonstrate the Motion Exam & Gait Analysis, where flexion tests of the lower limbs help identify potential sources of lameness. Learn how to recognize subtle signs of discomfort, including head nods, hip hikes, and gait irregularities — all of which reveal how a horse compensates for pain. Using both visual cues and auditory rhythm analysis, our veterinarians break down how to evaluate each limb’s response to pressure and movement in a clinical setting. 🔍 In this video, you’ll learn: What flexion tests actually reveal Why reference images are crucial The subtle signs of limb pain during motion How the horse’s ears and impact rhythm play a diagnostic role 🧠 This series is ideal for horse owners, trainers, and veterinary students who want to better understand the biomechanics of lameness and how top-level equine clinics diagnose it in real time. 📺 Watch all parts of Equine Case #1: Part 1: Physical Exam (Palpation & Flexion) ✅ Part 2: Motion Exam & Gait Analysis (You are here) Part 3: Fetlock X-rays Part 4: Back X-rays & Leg Injections 🔔 Subscribe for advanced lameness diagnostics, cutting-edge treatments, and real-world equine cases from Florida’s premier horse clinic. #EquineLameness #HorseHealth #EquineCaseStudy #EPIC