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What’s New in Equine Orthobiologics?

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA July 26, 2023

Our sources share updates from the equine world to help you understand this exciting yet complex field of regenerative medicine.

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Avoiding Dehydration in Sport Horses During Summer

Clair Thunes, PhD July 24, 2023

Keeping competition horses well hydrated isn’t always easy. One nutritionist offers tips to help prevent dehydration.

How the Multifidus Muscles Influence Lameness in Horses

Haylie Kerstetter June 23, 2023

Multifidus muscle pain and atrophy in horses can cause many problems, including back pain, poor core strength, and limb lameness.

The Incredible Equine Neck

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA May 31, 2023

Find out how your horse can hurt his neck, risks for injury and disease, and associated therapies, so you can give your horse the best chance for a strong neck and an athletic future.

Feeding the Competition Horse to Build Muscle

Haylie Kerstetter May 1, 2023

Dr. Anna Pesta-Dunaway describes the basics of helping the competition horse build muscle in this excerpt from Ask TheHorse Live.

Researchers Establish In Vitro Cell Model of Equine Skeletal Muscle

Tanja Bornmann April 20, 2023

A new method of equine muscle cell research might be more welfare-friendly than in vivo studies.

Orthobiologic Options for Treating Horses

The Horse Staff March 30, 2023

Orthobiologics are emerging tools in veterinary medicine that use the body’s natural defense mechanisms to treat a variety of musculoskeletal problems.

Scientists Validate Safety of Equine Blood Flow Restriction

Alexandra Beckstett February 28, 2023

Blood flow restriction (BFR), a human rehab modality, was found to be safe and well-tolerated by horses in a pilot study.

Can Improved Training Strategies Prevent Racehorse Injuries?

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc February 24, 2023

Managing the magnitude and frequency of limb loading is key to keeping horses—particularly racehorses—injury-free.

Correcting Hind Hoof Balance Could Fix Whole-Horse Issues

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA January 3, 2023

Researchers found a strong association between hind hoof balance and posture that could affect overall musculoskeletal health.

Pain, Behavioral, or Both?

Erica Larson December 31, 2022

Often, a horse’s behavior problems are rooted in either pain or incomplete training. Here’s what to consider.

SAA: Infection Detection in Horses

The Horse Staff November 10, 2022

Learn about serum amyloid A and how veterinarians can use it for early identification of inflammation in horses.

Poor Performance in Horses: Lameness, Behavior, or Neither?

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc November 5, 2022

A wide range of conditions can cause poor performance, but many cases circle back to lameness with a behavioral component.

Special Report: Preventing 3 Common Joint Issues

Special Report: Preventing 3 Common Equine Joint Issues

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc October 25, 2022

Learn how to help your horse avoid joint problems such as osteoarthritis, osteochondritis dissecans, and joint flares. Sponsored by Hyaluronex Joint.

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Weaning Ways

Connie Lechleitner September 4, 2022

Here’s how to help your weanling foal transition to adulthood as smoothly as possible.

Brushing Up on Tying Up in Horses

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc August 30, 2022

Researchers are redefining the muscular diseases long called “tying-up.” While they seem similar, the causes are different, and each requires specific management.