Treating Soft Tissue Injuries in Racehorses
Michelle Anderson
January 5, 2014
Achieving a sustainable racing career following tendon or ligament injuries remains a challenge, one vet says.
Achieving a sustainable racing career following tendon or ligament injuries remains a challenge, one vet says.
Attendees discussed diagnostic and treatment options, among other topics.
Each received a $5,000 fellow to support their endeavors in equine research and a $500 travel stipend.
Colors displayed by Doppler ultrasonography could help vets better follow tendonitis’ healing processes.
Shanghai Bobby sustained a suspensory ligament injury and was subsequently retired.
Is a two-year-old injury a candidate for adipose-derived regenerative stem cell treatment?
Study results indicate affected horses have a guarded prognosis to return to athletic soundness.
Researchers identified what ultrasound settings achieve adequate temperature increases to be therapeutic.
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
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.
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