A history of lameness and low body condition score is associated with reduced digital cushion volume, measured by magnetic resonance imaging, in dairy cattle
(2021)
Journal Article
Wilson, J. P., Randall, L. V., Green, M. J., Rutland, C. S., Bradley, C. R., Ferguson, H. J., …Huxley, J. N. (2021). A history of lameness and low body condition score is associated with reduced digital cushion volume, measured by magnetic resonance imaging, in dairy cattle. Journal of Dairy Science, 104(6), 7026-7038. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2020-19843
Claw horn lesions (CHL) are the result of a failing of the functional anatomy of the hoof in dairy cows. The digital cushion is understood to be a vital structure in the prevention of CHL. Claw horn lesions have previously been shown to lead to patho... Read More about A history of lameness and low body condition score is associated with reduced digital cushion volume, measured by magnetic resonance imaging, in dairy cattle.