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June 18, 2025
New Hope for Osteoarthritis in Horses
A novel treatment approach for osteoarthritis reduces joint pain and decreases the action of molecules that break down cartilage.

June 11, 2025
Managing Osteoarthritis in Horses: Combining Platelet-Rich Plasma with Corticosteroids
Combining triamcinolone with platelet-rich plasma to treat synovitis or osteoarthritis in athletic horses appears beneficial.

June 09, 2025
Off-the-Shelf Stem Cells Safe, Effective for Synovitis in Horses
A stem cell product containing umbilical cord derived mesenchymal stem cells was recently studied in horses with naturally occurring

May 14, 2025
Ultrasound Reliably Assesses Cartilage Thickness in Horses
Cartilage thickness measurements obtained by ultrasonography were compared to measurements using other techniques.

May 12, 2025
Adding Tapentadol to the Treatment Mix for Osteoarthritis in Horses
The opioid drug tapentadol proved an effective medication for improving osteoarthritis-related pain in a research study.

January 13, 2025
Prepurchase and Repository Radiographs in Horses: Points to Ponder
Whether they are repository radiographs specific to Thoroughbreds or prepurchase radiographs for other horses, a veterinarian must interpret the

December 16, 2024
Anti-Inflammatory Effects of PRP, Platelet Lysate Examined in Horses
Platelet lysate does not have an anti-inflammatory effect when injected directly into joints with persistent synovitis, according to

December 04, 2024
Can Carbon Dioxide Stimulate Hoof Growth in Horses?
In addition to biotin supplementation, research suggests that topical delivery of carbon dioxide may accelerate hoof growth in healthy

November 27, 2024
Work in Progress: Developing a Screening Test for Condylar Fracture Risk in Horses
A study found tomography to be a better tool than radiography for detecting bone changes that identify horses at

November 18, 2024
Proceed with Caution: Intra-Articular Triamcinolone for Equine Joints
Is your veterinarian planning to use the steroid triamcinolone to treat joint disease in your metabolic or potentially metabolic