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Lameness

Close-up of horse's legs
September 18, 2020

Regenerative Medicine for Equine Injuries, Lameness

Researchers investigates using special protiens found in stem cells called secretomes to shorten the time between injury and treatment. Read more
Close-up photo of a dressage's horses legs during a canter stride
August 21, 2020

Sport Horse Lameness: Hind Limb Conformation, Suspensory Ligament Failure Link

When it comes to sport horses, hind limbs are often scrutinized for correctness as straight hocks are thought to Read more
Grey horse during a FEI horse inspection.
August 10, 2020

Assessing Soundness at Equine Competitions

A recent study found veterinary delegates of the FEI are able to reasonably assess a horse’s ability to compete Read more
Barrel racing horse nutrition
July 22, 2020

Common Musculoskeletal Problems of Barrel-Racing Horses

Barrel-racing horses sustain musculoskeletal injuries, just as other equine athletes, but are some injuries more common than others? Read more
Vet taking x-ray of stifle.
June 22, 2020

From the Beginning: A Conversation with an Equine Orthopedic Pioneer

Wayne McIlwraith proved a forerunner in the field of equine orthopedics, learn about his career and the extraordinary contributions Read more
Close-up of a show pony's legs trotting in an arena
June 17, 2020

Needle Arthroscopy for Equine Lameness

Needle arthroscopy helps veterinarians diagnose "radiographically silent lesions" of the knee, such as certain fractures and tears of intercarpal Read more
Performing a flexion test on a horse's hind leg
June 01, 2020

Using MRI to Detect Lameness in Horses

According to veterinary researchers and practitioners at Colorado State University, don’t discount MRI despite the price tag associated with Read more
Barrel Racing Rodeo Cowgirl
May 18, 2020

Osteoarthritis in Horses: Supplements and Platelet-Rich Plasma

As regenerative medicine finds its footing, new options have become available for owners of arthritic horses. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), Read more
Close up of hooves standing in an arena with polo wraps on the hind legs.
April 22, 2020

Taking Care of Tendons in Equine Athletes

Power Doppler may better assess tendon healing helping guide caretakers regarding the safe return of horses to competition with Read more
Foal running in pasture
March 30, 2020

Bone Adaptation in Growing Foals

Mechanical loading strengthens bone during growth, so exercised foals show greater bone size and strength, and resistance to bending Read more
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