The Road to Recovery: Rehabilitating Horses With Lower-Limb Injuries
Veterinarians share their advice for preventing lower-limb problems and rehabilitating injured horses, from therapies to back-to-work schedules.
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Freelance journalist Natalie DeFee Mendik is a multiple American Horse Publications editorial and graphics awards winner specializing in equestrian media. She holds an MA in English from Colorado State University and an International Federation of Journalists' International press card, and is a member of the International Alliance of Equestrian Journalists. With over three decades of horse experience, Natalie’s main equine interests are dressage and vaulting. Having lived and ridden in England, Switzerland, and various parts of the United States, Natalie currently resides in Colorado with her husband and two girls.
Posted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Dec 21, 2022 | Basic Care, Horse Care, Lameness, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Recovering from Injury & Surgery, Sports Medicine
Veterinarians share their advice for preventing lower-limb problems and rehabilitating injured horses, from therapies to back-to-work schedules.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Oct 14, 2022 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Bone & Joint Problems, Diagnostics and Technology, Hoof Care, Horse Care, Injuries & Lameness, Joint Supplements, Lameness, Medications, Older Horse Care Concerns, Pain Management, Radiography (X rays), Shock Wave Therapy, Shoeing, Sports Medicine
Detecting and managing osteoarthritis in its early stages can go a long way toward keeping your horse sound, comfortable, and happy in his job for years to come.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Jun 1, 2022 | Article, Diagnosing Hoof Lameness, Hoof Anatomy & Physiology, Hoof Balance, Hoof Care, Hoof Care & Balance, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Lameness, Shoeing, Sports Medicine
Going barefoot can benefit hoof health, but consider management and physical needs before pulling shoes.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | May 5, 2022 | Article, Basic Care, Diseases and Conditions, Hives & Skin Allergies, Horse Care, Insect Control, Medications, Other Skin Problems, Seasonal Care, Skin Problems
There’s nothing appealing about this seasonal skin condition. Here’s what experts know about managing, treating, and preventing sweet itch in horses.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Jun 21, 2021 | Article, Nutrition, Nutrition Basics, Sports Medicine, Sports Nutrition, Water & Electrolytes
Electrolytes play an important role in hydration and cellular function in horses. Learn more about electrolytes, when you might need to supplement them, and what research has shown about how they affect performance horses.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Apr 13, 2021 | Article, Biosecurity, Breeding and Reproduction, Diseases and Conditions, Equine Herpesvirus (EHV), Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Infectious Diseases
Over the past few decades veterinarians and researchers have investigated major EHV-1 outbreaks in the U.S. to learn more about how to contain and prevent future occurrences.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Dec 13, 2020 | Article, Basic Care, Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Equine Behavior, Farm and Barn, Healthy Farm Management, Horse Care, Safety, Welfare and Industry
From reinforcing behaviors to reading facial expressions, adopting welfare-friendly handling practices can improve equine well-being and human safety.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Aug 28, 2020 | Anatomy & Physiology, Article, Basic Care, Diagnostics and Technology, Digestive System, Digestive Tract Problems, Diseases and Conditions, Endoscopy, Feeding High-Performance Horses, Horse Care, Medications, Nutrition, Nutrition-Related Problems, Sports Medicine, Sports Nutrition, Transport Stress, Transportation, Ulcers, Vet and Professional
Learn to read the vast and varied signs of equine gastric ulcer syndrome.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Aug 14, 2019 | Bone & Joint Problems, Conditioning, Horse Care, Joint Supplements, Lameness, Monitoring Exercise Performance, Older Horse Care Concerns, Sports Medicine, Sports Nutrition, Tack, Welfare and Industry
A good lesson horse is a valuable member of any riding program. Our sources share tips on keeping these trusty steeds happy and healthy.
Read MorePosted by Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA | Jan 19, 2019 | Breeding and Reproduction, Foal Care and Problems, Foaling & Foaling Problems, Hoof Anatomy & Physiology, Hoof Balance, Hoof Care, Horse Care, Lameness
Researchers found that hoof balance changes rapidly during the first few weeks of a foal’s life.
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