Occurrence: Worldwide

Age affected: Sows, boars

Effects: High culling rate, difficulty standing or walking.

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Detailed causes

Damage to the feet, joints or muscles of the leg or to nerves controlling the legs can cause lameness as can pain in any of these sites. Erosion of the sole, bruising on the heels and of the accessory dig...