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Navicular disease is any injury of the navicular bone of the front foot. Faulty conformation and injuries are the most important causes of navicular disease. A straight pastern and shoulder or a small foot will increase the concussion on the navicular bone, thus forcing it against the flexor tendon and causing excess friction and possible damage. Horses worked repeatedly on hard surfaces are predisposed to the disease, which often affects horses during their prime years (ages 6 to 10). ...
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