New Approach for Treating Horses with OCD Lesions
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
August 30, 2011
Cornell University researchers are examining the use of degradable pins for treating OCD lesions in horses.
Cornell University researchers are examining the use of degradable pins for treating OCD lesions in horses.
Researchers recently examined what saddle pad material is best suited for reducing equine back pressure.
Learn about leg conformation and angular, flexural, and rotational limb deformities in horses such as bow legs, knock knees, and club feet, and when to call the vet about these problems with Dr. Christy Corp-Minamiji of Davis, Calif.
A Thoroughbred filly undergoes arthroscopic surgery to remove a bone chip from her left hind fetlock, increasing her chances of staying sound for horse racing. Dr. Chris Johnson of Woodford Equine Hospital in Versailles, Ky, explains the procedure.
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.
Your equine athlete’s performance hasn’t been blue ribbon-worthy as of late. Or maybe your broodmare’s gaits are looking a little off kilter. Could long toes on the hind feet be to blame? According to the results of a recent study, the answer in some
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
Horses have traditionally been considered obligate four-legged animals; however, the dogma is changing.
Clearly defined diagnostic criteria could help veterinarians detect BFS earlier and more accurately.
“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.
Learn about the structure and function of your horse’s powerful hind limbs with Dr. Roberta Dwyer of the University of Kentucky’s Gluck Equine Research Center.
Be it for racing, reining, or riding, a horse needs to be put together properly; but does a horse need to be put together perfectly?
Horses are likely to sustain coronary band and hoof wall injuries at one time or another. These injuries can carry long-term performance and soundness consequences.
Dr. Kevin Haussler discusses horse back problems and the use of chiropractic and complementary therapies.
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