A boot that twists on the hoof usually has one of two root causes: it is too big, or the hoof has a shape that is less suitable for that boot model.
Hooves with very vertical walls – such as contracted hooves – may need a wedge pad or a change to the Scoot Adjust, thanks to its adjustable rear section.
Fixes for twisting:
- Build up the hoof wall where it has become overloaded, straightened up and is ”missing” hoof.
- Correct trimming. Check that heels, flares and break-over are balanced – imbalance is a common cause.
- Change of model. For an unsuitable hoof shape, consider the Scoot Adjust.
Support pads that seat up into the sole’s collateral grooves are also used at times – they act as a natural plug but also give stability against the boot slipping or twisting. More on that in the remedial lesson.
