Treating Head Injuries in Horses
Erica Larson
April 3, 2013
Knowing how to manage head injuries allows vets to provide quality care when faced with an ailing horse.
Knowing how to manage head injuries allows vets to provide quality care when faced with an ailing horse.
Researchers say MRI is invaluable for identifying suspensory ligament lesions and sesamoid bone damage.
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation approved funding of 12 new projects in 2013.
Researchers found no significant improvement in SDFT injuries treated with mesenchymal stem cells.
Using both MRI and scintigraphy could be beneficial when diagnosing suspensory-ligament-related injuries
Dr. Bimbo Welker describes how to manage wounds on horses and when to call in a veterinarian during the 2013 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, Nev.
Penetrating injuries can have serious consequences for horses, but vets are well-versed in handling them.
Non-weight-bearing lameness is one of the most common emergencies practitioners manage in the field.
Researchers found variations in degree of fetlock flexion, hoof slide in horses working on different surfaces.
Consider the following “wishes” equine experts made to help maximize your horses’ quality of life.
Recent study results suggest a possible link between extended trot and risk for suspensory ligament injuries.
The winner of the Darley Prix Jean Romanet was disqualified after testing positive for an anti-inflammatory.
The goal for sport horses, from prepurchase exams through their careers, is to extend the time to retirement.
Geriatric horses often suffer tendon and ligament injuries for reasons unique to their age group.
Chris Newton, DVM, and Scott Morrison, DVM, will present lectures related to sport horse health.
The full brother to 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro has been retired because of a tendon injury.
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