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06. WFFS, or FFS. How should one think about it and what is the underlying physical defect that creates this terrible condition?
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06. WFFS, or FFS. How should one think about it and what is the underlying physical defect that creates this terrible condition?

We go a bit more in-depth into what happens physically in horses with FFS and what comparisons can be drawn to the problems in humans with EDS.

The Fascia Guide · 18 Aug 20221 min read
Key takeaways
  1. 01WFFS/FFS in horses is similar to EDS in humans – both involve defective connective tissue
  2. 02The structure of the fascial tissue is central to understanding why the condition occurs
  3. 03Don't automatically avoid breeding with carrier stallions – the consequences for the breed can be significant
  4. 04Compare the horse's connective tissue defects with human hypermobility syndromes for a deeper understanding

WFFS, or FFS. How should one think about it and what is the underlying physical defect that creates this terrible condition?

We go a bit more in-depth into what happens physically in horses with FFS and what comparisons can be drawn to the problems in humans with EDS.

Is it right to avoid breeding with stallions that carry the gene and what happens if they were to be excluded completely?

Do you have any questions or comments? Contact us directly at jennifer@fasciaguiden.se

We go a bit more in-depth into what happens physically in horses with FFS and what comparisons can be drawn to the problems in humans with EDS.
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