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Equine Stifle Lameness Problems

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc November 27, 2024

Learn how the parts of a horse’s stifle joint work together to enable movement, and explore 4 common issues that can cause stifle dysfunction.

What is a ‘Serviceably Sound’ Horse?

Chris White, DVM November 26, 2024

‘Serviceable soundness’ is key for any horse to perform comfortably. Explore what this concept means to professionals across the equine industry.

The Breaking Point: Equine Coffin Bone Fractures

Lucile Vigouroux, MSc November 22, 2024

Find out how coffin bone fractures happen and how to prevent them from becoming career-ending injuries.

Equine Tendon Injuries: Reducing the Strain

Sherry A. Johnson, DVM, MS Dipl. ACVSMR November 20, 2024

Learn how to recognize a tendon injury and what you and your veterinarian can do to treat it.

neck and back pain in horses; Diagnosing and Treating Equine Neck and Back Pain

Bad Behavior, or Is Something Else Going On With Your Horse?

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA November 12, 2024

If your horse is acting naughty when handled or ridden, he might be trying to avoid pain somewhere in his body.

Polyacrylamide Hydrogel for Preventive Joint Care

Haylie Kerstetter November 8, 2024

Dr. Jennifer Feiner Groon explains how veterinarians might use 2.5% polyacrylamide hydrogel to prevent and treat equine osteoarthritis in this excerpt from Ask TheHorse Live.

Choosing Products for Horse Joint Injections

Haylie Kerstetter November 5, 2024

Corticosteroids vs. orthobiologics vs. polyacrylamide hydrogels. How do veterinarians choose which is best? One veterinarian explains in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.

Horse Warmup and Cooldown Techniques for Joint Health

Haylie Kerstetter November 2, 2024

Can a warmup or cooldown routine affect equine joint health? What is the best way to start and finish your horse’s exercise routine? Find out in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.

Proactive Equine Joint Care Strategies

Haylie Kerstetter October 31, 2024

Here’s how you and your veterinarian can work together to reduce your horse’s risk of developing joint disease in his early years.

Caring for Driving Horses

Sarah Evers Conrad October 29, 2024

Driving horses, whether pulling a plow, going for a pleasure drive, or competing, face health considerations similar to and distinct from those of typical sport horses.

Movement Asymmetry in Working Polo Ponies Evaluated

Understanding the Equine Muscular System

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc October 22, 2024

A horse’s body has about 700 muscles. By understanding how muscles produce movement, you can formulate training and rehab strategies.

Equine Shivers Research Updates

Anna Sochocky October 21, 2024

New research is shedding light on equine shivers, a poorly understood neuromuscular condition affecting horse movement and performance.

From Sterilization to Stitches: Handling Horse Wounds

Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA October 16, 2024

Veterinarians weigh in on the do’s and don’ts of wound care, from discovery to recovery.

How Veterinarians Evaluate Horses With Laminitis

The Value of Hoof Radiographs

Chris White, DVM October 15, 2024

A veterinarian explains why hoof radiographs are important, how to use them, and what role they play in helping your horse feel and move better.

Equine Osteoarthritis: Early Interventions

Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA October 15, 2024

Detecting and managing osteoarthritis in its early stages can go a long way toward keeping your horse sound, comfortable, and happy in his job for years to come.