Horses that seem to be in pain, roll, paw or look at their flanks may be suffering from colic. Colic is abdominal pain, usually from the gastrointestinal tract and is a serious condition in horses. Urgent veterinary advice and attention should be sought. Whilst waiting for veterinary attention it is important to stop your horse from rolling. It is OK if he is lying quietly, but rolling should be avoided. Be careful not to get yourself hurt however, as a horse in pain is not always aware of its surroundings. The best way to stop your horse rolling is to keep him walking until help arrives.