AVISHI CLAWELL

Why Claw Health Matters Lameness is a painful condition affecting the locomotor system of pigs. It significantly impacts health, welfare, growth performance, and productivity. It is most commonly caused by claw/hoof lesions, which can be infectious or non-infectious in nature. Common Causes of Claw Lesions Infectious lesions Foot & mouth disease Digital dermatitis Foot rot Heel horn erosion Non-infectious lesions Sole hemorrhages Sole ulcers White line disease Thin soles Toe ulcers Toe necrosis Fissures Lesions on the feet and around the mouth are painful and often result in: Reluctance to move Reduced feed intake Poor growth and productivity losses Holistic Approach for Better Recovery For effective management, lameness should be treated holistically through: Maintaining hygiene Daily animal care (claw chipping, trimming/cutting) Antibiotics (when needed) Topical treatment / bandaging with antibacterial & antifungal remedies The Nutrition Link Improved clinical outcomes in hoof health and lameness are observed when specific minerals are included in the diet plan along with treatment. However, the effectiveness of mineral supplementation depends heavily on: Mineral source Bioavailability Absorption and utilization in the animal