Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA

Passionate about horses and science from the time she was riding her first Shetland Pony in Texas, Christa Lesté-Lasserre writes about scientific research that contributes to a better understanding of all equids. After undergrad studies in science, journalism, and literature, she received a master's degree in creative writing. Now based in France, she aims to present the most fascinating aspect of equine science: the story it creates. Follow Lesté-Lasserre on Twitter @christalestelas.

Articles by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA

Study: Wild Horses’ Gut Microbiomes Change After Deworming

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 28, 2022 | Article, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Digestive System, Horse Care, Vet and Professional

Free-roaming Przewalski’s horses experience notable changes in their gut microbiota after annual deworming.

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What Is Shock Wave Therapy?

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 23, 2022 | Article, Horse Care, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Recovering from Injury & Surgery, Shock Wave Therapy, Vet and Professional

Bonny Henderson, DVM, CERP, describes how extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) works to treat and even prevent injuries.

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Mending Equine Tendons and Ligaments

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 22, 2022 | Article, Diagnostics and Technology, Horse Care, Injuries & Lameness, Lameness, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Lower Limb, Other Veterinary Technologies, Recovering from Injury & Surgery, Regenerative Medicine, Shock Wave Therapy, Sports Medicine, Vet and Professional

Researchers are exploring improved ways to heal these notoriously complicated soft tissue structures.

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Historical Gastric Ulcer Rates in Korean Racehorses Examined

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 22, 2022 | Article, Digestive Tract Problems, Thoroughbred Racing, Ulcers, Vet and Professional

Prior to the lifting of an omeprazole ban in 2016, researchers found that all racehorses in a small study had both glandular and squamous ulcers.

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Blue Light Therapy Might Ease PPID Horses’ Coat Problems

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 21, 2022 | Article, Cushing's Disease, Diseases and Conditions, Hair Loss, Horse Care, Older Horse Care Concerns, Vet and Professional

Horses with equine Cushing’s might benefit from blue light therapy to help them grow lighter, more comfortable winter coats.

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Study: Laminitis Might Affect Younger, Less Overfed Donkeys

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 15, 2022 | Article, Donkeys, Hoof Care, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Laminitis (Founder), Welfare and Industry

Researchers assessed laminitis risks in a population of 707 donkeys and found they differ significantly from those of horses and ponies.

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Breathing Exercises for Horses With Upper Airway Collapse

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 13, 2022 | Article, Diagnostics and Technology, Diseases and Conditions, Endoscopy, Horse Care, Other Respiratory Problems, Respiratory Problems, Respiratory System, Sports Medicine, Upper Airway Problems, Vet and Professional

These programs designed to strengthen airway muscles might help affected horses avoid surgery.

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Eyelash Malformation Genetic Variant Identified in Friesians

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 13, 2022 | Article, Eye & Ear Problems, Friesian, Genetics, Other Eye Problems

Friesian breeders can test for the variant to implement early veterinary management and avoid breeding carriers.

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New FEI Tack Team Aims To Boost Horse Welfare, Fairness

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 12, 2022 | Article, Competition News & Issues, Sports Medicine, Tack, Welfare and Industry

The Tack and Equipment Group will review new and old kinds of tack and gather the latest scientific information about equestrian equipment.

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How Diet Affects Equine Gut Health

Posted by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 10, 2022 | Article, Colic, Digestive Tract Problems, Feeding High-Performance Horses, Feeding Old Horses, Horse Care, Nutrition, Sports Nutrition

Discover what scientists are learning about this dynamic area of research and how we can use it to promote equine health.

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