Lameness

What Is Lameness?

Lameness is any change in an animal’s gait, including limping, stiffness, or reduced performance. It’s especially common in horses, cattle, and active companion animals, where even subtle discomfort can impact mobility, productivity, and overall quality of life.

If your animal isn’t moving, working, or performing like they used to—whether that’s a horse struggling with turns, a bull with breeding performance, or a dog hesitant to jump—lameness may be the cause.

Advanced Equine & Livestock Lameness Diagnostics

At Wilkinson Veterinary Clinic, we specialize in diagnosing and treating equine lameness, cattle mobility issues, and musculoskeletal injuries across species.

We utilize advanced tools for fast, accurate answers, including:

• Digital X-rays for immediate imaging
• Thermography to detect inflammation and injury
• In-house lab testing for same-day diagnostics
• On-site pharmacy for prompt treatment

Effective Treatment for Faster Recovery

Our comprehensive approach to lameness treatment in horses and large animals includes:

• Laser therapy to reduce pain and inflammation
• Shockwave therapy to accelerate healing
• Stem cell therapy for advanced tissue repair
• Customized physical therapy plans to restore strength and mobility

Helping Your Animals Perform at Their Best

From performance horses to working livestock and family pets, our goal is simple: relieve pain, restore movement, and get your animal back to peak condition as quickly and safely as possible.