Lameness
June 01, 2011
Pre-Purchase Exams for Off-Track Thoroughbred Horses
While pre-purchase veterinary exams are a good idea for any prospective horse owner, they are especially important when buying
May 25, 2011
Mobilization of Horses after Musculoskeletal Injury
Each horse and injury must be evaluated on an individual basis to determine the best course of treatment and
May 16, 2011
Equine Neurologic Exam: What to Look For
A veterinarian can tell a lot about a horse’s neurologic condition simply by watching the horse move and interact
May 09, 2011
Tying-Up in Standardbred Horses
Affected Standardbreds in this study also had faster lap times and a higher winning percentage than their unaffected peers.
April 26, 2011
Laminitis and Gene Expression in Horses
Gene expression between control and trial groups was analyzed, and results showed that 155 genes were upregulated and no
April 18, 2011
How Lame Is Lame?
While some cases of lameness are fairly easy to diagnose and treat, others are difficult because the signs are
April 14, 2011
Stem Cells May Aid Cartilage Repair in Horses
In a study at Colorado State University, researchers used the proven technique of punching small holes in the bone
April 13, 2011
Trace Minerals Important for Horses During Recuperation from Injury
The most important trace minerals in the equine diet are iron, manganese, selenium, iodine, chromium, copper, and zinc. Although
April 11, 2011
Osteochondritis Dissecans Genetic Factors Probed
Osteochondritis dissecans is a developmental orthopedic disease characterized by flaps, tears, and detached fragments in joint cartilage. The exact
April 05, 2011
Macromineral Considerations for Horses Recovering from Injuries
Calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium are critical minerals involved in bone health, and it is logical that repair of bone