## Overview Saddle pressure damage occurs when the saddle extends too far back or creates focal pressure, compressing muscles such as the caudal latissimus dorsi. It produces white hairs, pressure marks, dipping when groomed, cold-backed behavior, and uneven sweat patterns. Trigger points and atrophy can develop. ## Causes Incorrect saddle length or shape. ## Diagnosis Visual marks and palpation of painful or atrophied areas under the saddle. ## Treatment Correct the saddle fit and allow the tissues to recover. Physiotherapy for trigger points. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. ## Prevention Proper saddle fitting.
white hairs or pressure marks behind the saddle area; dipping when groomed; cold-backed behavior; uneven sweat pattern
## Overview Saddle pressure damage occurs when the saddle extends too far back or creates focal pressure, compressing muscles such as the caudal latissimus dorsi. It produces white hairs, pressure marks, dipping when groomed, cold-backed behavior, and uneven sweat patterns. Trigger points and atrophy can develop. ## Causes Incorrect saddle length or shape. ## Diagnosis Visual marks and palpation of painful or atrophied areas under the saddle. ## Treatment Correct the saddle fit and allow the tissues to recover. Physiotherapy for trigger points. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good. ## Prevention Proper saddle fitting.
white hairs or pressure marks behind the saddle area; dipping when groomed; cold-backed behavior; uneven sweat pattern