"Pelvic fractures typically occur as a result of trauma, as might happen when a horse becomes cast, sustains a blow from a kick, spraddles its hind limbs as it slips on ice, or catches a hip bone on the stall-door casing. Pelvic fractures also result as a consequence of repetitive loading during exercise..." - Kentucky Equine Research ker.com In the equine world, we can’t always help accidents from happening, but being aware of how easily these injuries can happen and what it leads to will help owners pick up on the signs before the issues become unrecoverable. "I wouldn't be surprised if 90% of the horses we treat have fractured their pelvis at some point" - Ali Foye Hip fractures, no matter how minor can lead to greater issues such as: 🐎 SI degeneration 🐎 Muscle spasms through the back 🐎 Hamstring tears 🐎 Shoulder stiffness 🐎 Uneven movement through thoracic sling 🐎 Crushing heels Has your horse started: ❌ Stopping at jumps ❌ Bucking ❌ Spooking ❌ Not racing well ❌ Not w...