Horses
Spotting Micro-Compensations: How Subtle Movement Changes Reveal Early Equine Asymmetry
On September 8, 2026 by lukasWhy Catching Micro-Compensations Matters Before Lameness Appears Clinical lameness is rarely the first moment a horse experiences a movement problem. Long before a clear head nod, shortened stride, or refusal to work appears, the horse may redistribute weight, alter posture, tighten a muscle group, or change the timing of a footfall. These small adaptations are