Shock Wave Uses and Benefits
Shock wave therapy (ESWT) is an important tool for helping manage a variety of equine conditions and injuries.
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Stacey Oke, MSc, DVM, is a practicing veterinarian and freelance medical writer and editor. She is interested in both large and small animals, as well as complementary and alternative medicine. Since 2005, she's worked as a research consultant for nutritional supplement companies, assisted physicians and veterinarians in publishing research articles and textbooks, and written for a number of educational magazines and websites.
Posted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 27, 2022 | Article, Shock Wave Therapy, Vet and Professional
Shock wave therapy (ESWT) is an important tool for helping manage a variety of equine conditions and injuries.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 27, 2022 | Basic Care, Diagnostics and Technology, Diseases and Conditions, Free Report, Hives & Skin Allergies, Horse Care, Insect Control, Other Respiratory Problems, Respiratory Problems, Respiratory System, Skin Problems
Veterinary intervention can make itchy horses more comfortable and keep allergies under control. Sponsored by Kinetic Vet.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 20, 2022 | 2022 EquiSummit, Article, Laminitis (Founder), Nutrition-Related Problems, Special Needs Nutrition
Low-starch forage and weight loss can help horses with laminitis regain their foothold.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 17, 2022 | Article, Digestive Tract Problems, Diseases and Conditions, Horse Care, Ulcers
Learn about the distinctions between squamous and glandular disease and how to help your horse avoid painful gastric ulcers.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 14, 2022 | Behavior, Digestive Tract Problems, Diseases and Conditions, Free Report, Horse Care, Media, Sports Nutrition, Ulcers
Many horses diagnosed with equine gastric ulcer syndrome via gastroscopy have no clinical signs, or the signs are so subtle owners fail to recognize them. Sponsored by Vitalize.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 11, 2022 | 2022 EquiSummit, Article, Digestive System, Horse Care, Nutrition
For any horse with appetite, appearance, or attitude issues, start by addressing the microbiome.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Jun 6, 2022 | 2022 EquiSummit, Article, Digestive System, Horse Care, Nutrition
4 key factors contribute to a leaky gut: diet, environment, performance, and medications.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | May 13, 2022 | Deworming & Internal Parasites, Diagnostics and Technology, Horse Care, Vet and Professional, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Technicians
Dr. Martin Nielsen offers solutions for seven common problems veterinarians and their technicians encounter when performing FECs. Read more in this article from the May 2022 issue of The Horse.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | May 12, 2022 | Feeding Old Horses, Horse Care, Nutrition, Nutrition-Related Problems, Older Horse Care Concerns
Younger age and lower body condition appear to protect horses against occasional spikes in nonstructural carbohydrate consumption.
Read MorePosted by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | May 9, 2022 | Article, Nutrition, Nutrition-Related Problems, Ulcers
Consider these nutritional factors when formulating your horse’s diet to avoid GI issues such as equine squamous gastric disease.
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