Recent News for Sports Medicine

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Using Intra-Articular Corticosteroids (AAEP 2012)

February 11, 2013

With appropriate care and use, vets can mitigate some risks associated with intra-articular corticosteroids.... Read More

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HRTV Filmmaking Contest Returns at Santa Anita

February 10, 2013

Nearly $30,000 in prize money offered for Santa Anita-based film projects.... Read More

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TOBA Announces Seminar, Clinic Schedule

February 09, 2013

The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association has scheduled its 2013 seminars and clinics.... Read More

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Keeneland: No Plans to Ditch Polytrack

February 08, 2013

The racetrack has no intention to remove its Polytrak surface after this year's spring meet. ... Read More

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Handling Non-Weight Bearing Lameness in the Field (AAEP 2012)

February 08, 2013

Non-weight-bearing lameness is one of the most common emergencies practitioners manage in the field. ... Read More

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Industry Stakeholders Discuss Racehorse Drug Reform

February 07, 2013

Industry stakeholders met discuss creating uniform equine medication policy between states.... Read More

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FEI Continues Equine Doping Crackdown in 2013

February 04, 2013

The FEI Tribunal delivered a record number of equine doping decisions during the first ten months of 2012.... Read More

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Top Medicine Studies of 2012 (AAEP 2012)

February 04, 2013

Dr. Stephen Reed recaps studies on endocrinology, neurologic and muscle disorders, foal health, and more.... Read More

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Joint Supplement Choices

February 01, 2013

Nutraceuticals such as joint supplements have become popular preventative therapies for equine osteoarthritis.... Read More

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Jockeys' Guild Supports Racehorse Medication Reform

January 30, 2013

The guild cited improved rider safety when they voted to support racehorse medication reform.... Read More

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Thoroughbred Owners Group: Salix Effective in Treating EIPH

January 29, 2013

A group of researchers and the Thoroughbred Owners of California issued a statement supporting furosemide use.... Read More

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CANTER Mid-Atlantic Has Record Year

January 28, 2013

CANTER Mid-Atlantic is celebrating a milestone year for transitioning ex-racehorses into second careers.... Read More

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RMTC Sees Positive Trends in Bute Violations Study

January 28, 2013

A review of violation records reveals that fewer Bute overages are occurring at a lower medication threshold.... Read More

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N.Y. Bill: Ban Equine Performance-Enhancing Drugs

January 24, 2013

The legislation calls for a ban on equine performance-enhancing drugs in horse racing in New York.... Read More

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Selecting, Administering Joint Injection Drugs to Prevent Sepsis (AAEP 2012)

January 24, 2013

Veterinarians must take several steps to minimize the horse's chances of developing a joint infection.... Read More

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N.Y. Governor: Use VLT Revenue for Equine Safety Measures

January 23, 2013

Cuomo wants to "redirect" $1.5 to $2 million per year for equine safety programs at the state's racetracks.... Read More

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When is a Young Horse Ready to Ride?

January 22, 2013

I'm worried about putting too much stress on my 3-year-old. When is it safe to ride her on a regular basis?... Read More

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Owner Files Suit Over Racehorse's Catastrophic Injury

January 22, 2013

The owner claims negligence led to the catastrophic injury of his horse during a 2012 race at Belmont Park.... Read More

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Researchers Put Science Behind 'Willingness to Work'

January 22, 2013

Researchers are developing an objective test based on physiological and behavioral criteria in horses.... Read More

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NYRA Working to Improve Racehorse Safety

January 19, 2013

The NYRA board will discuss several measures that could help improve racehorse safety and welfare.... Read More

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Paynter's Recovery from Illness Voted Moment of the Year

January 17, 2013

Paynter recovered from life-threatening battles with laminitis and colitis and recently returned to training.... Read More

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Hawthorne EHV-1 Quarantine Lifted; Oaklawn Ban Still in Effect

January 17, 2013

The EHV-1 quarantine has been lifted but Oaklawn Park is still not permitting Hawthorne horses on its grounds.... Read More

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Aortic Rupture Suspected in Olympic Show Jumper's Death

January 17, 2013

Show jumper Wonderboy III likely died from a cardiac condition leading to aortic rupture, his owner says.... Read More

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Participants Sought for Study on Resveratrol's Effects on Hock Lameness

January 15, 2013

Researchers are seeking horses for a study investigating resveratrol as a possible osteoarthritis treatment.... Read More

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Necropsies Ordered in Aqueduct Racehorse Deaths

January 14, 2013

The order comes following the fourth catastrophic injury at the track since the current meet began on Dec. 12.... Read More