## Overview Ossification of the scapular cartilage is an age-related mineralization of the cartilage along the top of the shoulder blade. It is usually an incidental radiographic finding in older horses and rarely causes clinical signs. ## Causes Aging. ## Diagnosis Radiographs showing mineralization in a horse without shoulder pain. ## Treatment None if asymptomatic. ## Recovery and Prognosis Not applicable. ## Prevention None.
radiographic mineralization of the scapular cartilage; usually incidental in older horses
## Overview Ossification of the scapular cartilage is an age-related mineralization of the cartilage along the top of the shoulder blade. It is usually an incidental radiographic finding in older horses and rarely causes clinical signs. ## Causes Aging. ## Diagnosis Radiographs showing mineralization in a horse without shoulder pain. ## Treatment None if asymptomatic. ## Recovery and Prognosis Not applicable. ## Prevention None.
radiographic mineralization of the scapular cartilage; usually incidental in older horses