A higher-frequency transducer increased diagnostic accuracy for both suspensory ligament branches and distal sesamoidean ligaments.
It is important for veterinarians and horse owners to understand the medication rules at high-level competitions when managing pain in equine athletes.
A research team used ultrasound to establish normal proximal suspensory ligament cross-sectional areas of cutting horses.
While ultrasound is useful for identifying articular process joint effusion in horses, it might undervalue the amount of swelling present.
Managing the magnitude and frequency of limb loading is key to keeping horses—particularly racehorses—injury-free.
A field study of the drug showed it significantly improved lameness in horses and induced no clinically relevant adverse effects.
Comparing ligament striations in opposite limbs via ultrasound to determine if changes are normal versus tears could lead to misdiagnosis.
Veterinarians discuss how they radiograph, ultrasound, and treat neck problems.
Learn more about stem cell therapy and how veterinarians use it to help rehabilitate injured horses.
The overall incidence of laminitis due to IA corticosteroid injection might be lower than many believe.
A veterinarian describes the many ways to treat this complex yet common cause of lameness and poor performance.
Use SMART supplementation strategies and the ACCLAIM system to find a quality product.
Scientists are studying the safety, efficacy, mechanisms of action, and pharmacokinetics of equine nutritional supplements.
Vets can monitor trends in SAA levels post-orthopedic surgery to quickly identify and address surgical implant infections.
Keeping donor and recipient mares in moderate body condition might improve survival rates of transferred embryos.
Time is life for a foal. Here’s a look at the top causes of illness in newborn foals and how to manage a sick foal.
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