Study: Horse Fitness, Layups, Usage Linked
Natalie Voss
October 25, 2012
Researchers recently examined the factors that could affect a horse’s propensity for injury and future use.
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Researchers recently examined the factors that could affect a horse’s propensity for injury and future use.
Eric Mitchell shares his thoughts on the recently completed Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit.
Neurologic signs, weakness, gait changes, and forelimb lameness can all point to an equine neck condition.
The 4-year-old filly sustained the beginnings of a condylar fracture in her right hind leg during a workout.
Yves Rossier, DVM, presented information on an FEI-funded study on equine injuries at a recent conference.
“If horses start showing they need a rest, you need to give it to them or they will force you to,” he said.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative and career-compromising disease in horses.
Educating trainers about the warning signs of catastrophic injury can help improve equine safety.
Corticosteroid use is controversial, but the medications are beneficial when used appropriately, one vet says.
Synthetic surfaces still have the lowest number of catastrophic breakdowns per 1,000 starts.
Arena maintenance changes the surface’s properties, which in turn alters horses’ movement patterns.
Pre-race inspections also communicate a message to horsemen that equine safety is a priority, one vet says.
One researcher discusses EIPH, furosemide use in racehorses, and related scientific research.
Frangible devices are designed to make the cross-country phase of eventing safer for horse and rider.
Chalmers’ goal is to provide owners with a reliable and inexpensive way to screen horses for roaring.
Valberg will be the first woman inducted into the Equine Research Hall of Fame.
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