Corticosteroids in Racehorses: Beneficial But Controversial
Deirdre Biles
October 18, 2012
Corticosteroid use is controversial, but the medications are beneficial when used appropriately, one vet says.
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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.
All human and equine samples taken during the Para-Equestrian competitions at Greenwich Park tested clean.
Hickstead collapsed and died last year in a Verona, Italy, jumping ring due to an aortic rupture.
Fats increase energy density of diets and are necessary to metabolize fat-soluble vitamins.
A recent study shows that antioxidant levels appear to be challenged during the competition.
Maram, winner of the 2008 Grey Goose Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf, died Sept. 6 from an acute illness.
Zayat Stables reports that its 3-year-old colt Paynter continues to improve after a rough couple of days.
The 2012 International Conference of Racing Analysts and Veterinarians is scheduled for Sept. 15-22.
Ailing Haskell Invitational winner fights infected catheter after receiving treatment for fever
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