168 LAMENESS OF THE HORSE 



is the first and foremost of circulation "equalizers." Further- 

 more, in laminitis there is an elevation of the temperature, an 

 almost invariable indication for aconitin. A speedy return of 

 the temperature to normal, a very marked diminution of the 

 pain and improved conditions generally, appear coincident with 

 the symptoms of full physiological effect of aconitin when given 



Fig. 35 — Inferior (convex) surface of Cochran shoe. 



in cases of laminitis, which constitutes assuredly an important 

 part of its treatment. 



Where lameness is not great as in cases wherein no marked 

 structural change of the foot has occurred, proper shoeing is very 

 beneficial. By keeping the heels as low as possible and shoeing 

 without heel calks a more comfortable position is made possible. 

 Thin rubber pads which do not elevate the heel are of service in 

 diminishing concussion. 



