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What’s New in Preventing and Treating Laminitis in Horses

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc November 16, 2023

New methods might help veterinarians diagnose and treat the painful equine hoof disease laminitis more efficiently.

Sesamoiditis and Suspensory Branch Changes? Keep a Close Eye

Equine Abaxial Sesamoid Nerve Blocks and Diagnostic Imaging

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc November 10, 2023

Here’s how equine veterinarians can use these nerve blocks to guide their diagnostic imaging plan.

Managing Obese Horses to Prevent Laminitis

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc November 9, 2023

Blood insulin levels can warn of increased risk of laminitis in obese horses and ponies and spur owners to mitigate it.

Joint Injections and IA Antimicrobials in Horses

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc November 7, 2023

Intra-articular antimicrobial use might not be needed with equine joint injections. Here’s why.

Veterinarians Discuss Stem Cells for Equine Joint Therapy

Updates in Equine Orthobiologics

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc November 6, 2023

An equine surgeon describes equine orthobiologics currently available for joint and other injuries and how veterinarians might use these products in the future.

Hyperinsulinemia-Associated Laminitis and Domestic Horse Welfare

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc October 27, 2023

Hyperinsulinemia-associated laminitis has become a great risk for the health and welfare of domestic horses. Although medications for this condition exist, they cannot replace good management.