Laminitomy is a surgical procedure used to treat severe cases of laminitis, a painful condition affecting the hooves of horses. During the procedure, a portion of the laminae, the sensitive tissue that connects the hoof wall to the bone, is removed to relieve pressure and pain. This intervention is typically considered when other treatments have failed and aims to improve the horse's quality of life. It is important for the procedure to be performed by a skilled veterinarian with experience in equine surgery.