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Lucile Vigouroux, MSc

Lucile Vigouroux holds a master’s degree in Equine Performance, Health, and Welfare from Nottingham Trent University (UK) and an equine veterinary assistant certification from AAEVT. She is a New-York-based freelance author with a passion for equine health and veterinary care. A Magnawave-certified practitioner, Lucile also runs a small equine PEMF therapy business. Her lifelong love of horses motivated her to adopt her college care horse, Claire, upon graduation.

Articles by: Lucile Vigouroux, MSc

Providing Horses Relief During Allergy Season

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc April 20, 2024

Learn how allergies happen, how they affect your horse’s body, and how to avoid or treat them.

Understanding Equine Muscle Atrophy

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc April 16, 2024

Explore the causes of and treatments for this common muscular problem in horses, along with prevention methods.

Signs That Your Saddle Doesn't Fit Your Horse

Causes of Poor Performance in the Equine Athlete

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc April 3, 2024

One expert shares 9 reasons why your horse might not be meeting your expectations and recommends taking a realistic look at both his and your athletic potential.

Preparing Your Horse for Spring

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc March 19, 2024

Are you and your horse ready for spring? Check off all the items on this list to prepare for a healthy, successful riding season.

bay horse and rider, english discipline, cantering in arena

Beneath the Hoof Wall: Soft Tissue Injuries of the Equine Foot

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc March 6, 2024

Learn how these injuries happen, how veterinarians treat them, and tips for preventing them in the first place.

The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Articles of 2012

Topline Dysfunction in Sport Horses

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc February 28, 2024

One expert explains why horses typically experience back pain and how veterinarians can treat and prevent it.

Equine Degenerative Myeloencephalopathy (EDM) in Horses: What We Know

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc February 27, 2024

Researchers know the typical clinical signs of EDM in horses but hope to uncover why it occurs, how to diagnose it in live animals, and potential treatment options.

Walking horses over ground poles can help improve their strength and proprioception.

Improving Neurologic Function in Horses

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc February 14, 2024

Implementing these rehabilitation strategies might help improve your horse’s prognosis after a neurologic diagnosis.

Where Have All The Horse Doctors Gone?

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc September 8, 2023

Equine vets have been leaving the field at staggering rates, and the horse industry is advocating for a more sustainable version of the job.

The Dwindling Supply of Equine Veterinarians

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc April 27, 2023

The veterinary shortage in equine practice is no longer pending; it has already arrived.

Identifying and Managing High-Risk Pregnancies in Horses

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc April 8, 2023

With proper care, mares with high-risk pregnancies can deliver healthy foals safely.

A Pain in the Neck: Approaches to Cervical Spine Disorders In Horses

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc March 13, 2023

Determining a horse’s cause of neck pain can help ensure he receives the correct treatment.

Cardiac Limitations to Horses’ Athletic Performance

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc February 4, 2023

Cardiovascular malfunction might impede athletic performance, but with correct diagnosis and management some horses can still have athletic careers.

Is Your Horse at Risk of Colic?

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc November 8, 2022

How veterinarians navigate 4 common scenarios, from dehydration to the postpartum period, that increase colic risk.

Equine Digestive Dilemmas

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc September 15, 2022

Equine digestion is full of twists and turns, and a lot can go wrong during the process. Learn how colic, diarrhea, ulcers, and other ailments can affect your horse’s GI tract and what steps to take to optimize his digestive health.

What To Feed Old Horses

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc July 31, 2022

Age is just a number, but age-related horse health and nutritional challenges are very real. Here are 6 tips to help you formulate the optimal diet for your horse’s golden years.