Equine orthobiologics broadly defines an array of innovative medical therapies that can help a horse’s body repair, replace, restore, and regenerate cells and tissues that have been damaged by injuries and conditions such as osteoarthritis. In this excerpt from Ask TheHorse Live, Katie Ellis, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVSMR, of the University of Georgia, in Athens, describes the pros and cons of using orthobiologics to manage joint disease in horses. 

This podcast is an excerpt of our Ask TheHorse Live Q&A, “What You Need to Know About Equine Degenerative Joint Disease.” Listen to the full recording here.

About the Experts

Katie Ellis, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVSMR

Katie Ellis, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVSMR, is a clinical assistant professor and section head of field services at the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine, in Athens. Her research interests include equine rehabilitation and musculoskeletal imaging.