Diagnosing Equine Neck Conditions
Alexandra Beckstett
October 22, 2012
Neurologic signs, weakness, gait changes, and forelimb lameness can all point to an equine neck condition.
Neurologic signs, weakness, gait changes, and forelimb lameness can all point to an equine neck condition.
A new, minimally invasive kissing spines treatment method boasted a 95% success rate in a recent study.
Zoledronate appears effective in improving clinical signs associated with bone fragility disorder.
Exercising the multifidus muscles in addition to daily training could reduce equine back pain.
The first discussion, which will cover sacroiliac pain in horses, is scheduled for Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Kissing spines are more likely to cause clinical problems in certain breeds, disciplines, and age groups.
A thorough physical examination and tailored therapeutic approach can help relieve equine neck and back pain.
Research has shown that performing carrot stretches can strengthen the muscles that stabilize a horse’s back.
Wobbler syndrome is no longer a death sentence for horses if detected and managed early.
Researchers recently examined what saddle pad material is best suited for reducing equine back pressure.
Learn how your horse’s back works and causes of and treatments for equine back pain, with biomechanics researcher Dr. Hilary Clayton of Michigan State University.
Anyone who’s suffered from chronic aches and pains will likely say the ever-present irritation can put a damper on their day, possibly even making them cranky. But is the same true for horses? A group of French researchers recently completed a study
“Back problems can be performance-limiting in the horse due to pain and reduced range of motion and flexibility,” reported Kent Allen, DVM, of Virginia Equine Imaging, as he presented on equine back pain at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention, held Dec. 4-8 in Baltimore Md.
Back problems, stem cells for tendon injury, rehabilitating after an injury, pigeon fever, and more were discussed during the Lameness/Soft Tissue session at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention. (Interview with moderator Dr. Brad Jackman)
Jochen Schleese, Master Saddler of Schleese Saddlery, discusses the pain a poor-fitting saddle can cause you and how it can compromise your ride.
Dr. Kevin Haussler discusses horse back problems and the use of chiropractic and complementary therapies.
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