Signs of Muscular Problems
- Head tossing
- Coordination difficulties
- Saddle slipping to one side
- Short, choppy strides
- Improper tracking forward, back, or laterally
- Resistance when bending &/or backing
- Hind leg scuffing
- Girthing problems
- Refusing or resisting leads
- Unwilling or unable to walk up or down inclines
- Poor disposition, eating, or sleeping habits
- "Off" for no apparent reason
- New resistances
- Diminished performance on the flat and over fences
- Asymmetry on the flat or with lateral work
- Slight unevenness
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