Description

True structural wellness cannot be achieved if you look at the hoof in isolation. This advanced track connects the ground to the jaw. You will discover exactly how hoof distortions disrupt a horse’s nervous feedback loops (proprioception) and trigger whole-body muscle compensation. You will track the direct relationship between hypsodont tooth wear, TMJ health, equilibration dentistry parameters, and altered hoof growth patterns. Perfect for bodyworkers, advanced trimmers, and serious owners looking to enhance athletic longevity and resolve performance limits.

Curriculum Structure: (5 Advanced Lessons/ 20 Modules)

• Module 1 (The Role of Hoof Distortions): Hoof Distortion Defined, What Causes Distortion?, Common Hoof Distortions.
• Module 2 (How Hoof Distortions Affect the Whole Horse): Systemic Impact, Conformation, Compensation, Proprioception.
• Module 3 (The Role of Dentistry): Hypsodont Teeth, Occlusal Surface, Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), Why Teeth & TMJ Matter, Dental Abnormalities, Equilibration Dentistry.
• Module 4 (The Role of Bodywork): Types and Purposes, Why Bodywork Matters.
• Module 5 (Equine Posture): How Posture Forms (Normal vs. Abnormal), Hoof Proportions & Posture Correlation, Dental Malocclusions Affecting Hoof Growth, The Positive Feedback Loop, Why Posture Matters.