## Overview Periostitis is inflammation of the periosteum, the membrane covering bone. It causes local heat, pain, and swelling and leads to new bone production if prolonged. Common sites include the cannon bones (bucked shins in young racehorses) and splint bones. ## Causes Repetitive concussion, direct trauma, or infection. ## Diagnosis Palpation and radiographs showing periosteal reaction. ## Treatment Rest, anti-inflammatories, and modification of training. Most cases resolve with time. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. ## Prevention Gradual introduction of high-speed work in young horses.
local heat, pain, and swelling over bone; radiographic periosteal reaction; lameness if painful
## Overview Periostitis is inflammation of the periosteum, the membrane covering bone. It causes local heat, pain, and swelling and leads to new bone production if prolonged. Common sites include the cannon bones (bucked shins in young racehorses) and splint bones. ## Causes Repetitive concussion, direct trauma, or infection. ## Diagnosis Palpation and radiographs showing periosteal reaction. ## Treatment Rest, anti-inflammatories, and modification of training. Most cases resolve with time. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. ## Prevention Gradual introduction of high-speed work in young horses.
local heat, pain, and swelling over bone; radiographic periosteal reaction; lameness if painful