Using a ‘Micro’ Scope to Diagnose Equine Stifle Problems
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
January 25, 2015
Learn how vets are using an arthroscope that’s 1.3 mm in diameter and 100 mm in length to evaluate stifle problems.
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Learn how vets are using an arthroscope that’s 1.3 mm in diameter and 100 mm in length to evaluate stifle problems.
Studies covered stem cells, nerve blocks, respiratory issues, joint supplements, kissing spines treatments, and more.
The KHRC said it found PETA’s failure to cooperate odd, as the latter group brought the horse mistreatment allegations.
The additional protocols come in the wake of a recent rash of catastrophic breakdowns at Aqueduct Racetrack.
Steve Asmussen’s horses have not suffered a single catastrophic breakdown in 721 Kentucky starts the past four seasons.
Trainers can enter Thoroughbreds that raced or trained in the last two years and have not begun second career training.
Sixteen catastrophic breakdowns occurred in 2014, the lowest number since the state began tracking such statistics.
The KHRC investigation found no evidence of rule violations by Eclipse Award winner Steve Asmussen.
The Blood-Horse‘s editor-in-chief explains how the TCA’s creation raised both money and awareness.
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals accused Thoroughbred trainer Steve Asmussen of horse mistreatment in 2014.
Of the 879 samples tested through Nov. 15, nine (1%) came back over the 25 parts-per-billion threshold level.
The standing MRI is the first installed at a Thoroughbred racetrack or training center in North America, officials say.
Researchers are looking for ways to help aging equine athletes through so-called “satellite cells.”
Mary Scollay-Ward, DVM; Rick Arthur, DVM; and Lynn Hovda, MS, DVM, signed the letter of support.
Researchers believe improved training and breeding could lead to reduced wastage and more “viable” horses.
Officials said racing participants will be asked to be more vigilant in an effort to prevent injuries to racehorses.
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