Recent News for Injuries
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Suspensory Ligament Diseases Lecture Scheduled
February 19, 2012
On March 6, New Bolton Center will present "Suspensory Ligament Diseases in the Performance Horse."... Read More
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Humeral Stress Fractures and Return to Racing (AAEP 2011)
February 04, 2012
The location of the fracture in the humerus impacted racing performance but had no effect on return to racing.... Read More
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PRP, Bone Marrow for Tendon/Ligament Injuries (AAEP 2011)
January 21, 2012
Mixed study results indicate more research is needed to determine dosing frequency and therapeutic window.... Read More
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Pastern Lucencies' Effect on Racing Performance (AAEP 2011)
December 22, 2011
Certain lucencies should be taken seriously as they appear to have a significant effect on racing performance.... Read More
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Breeders' Cup: A. U. Miner Recovering from Surgery
November 09, 2011
A. U. Miner had surgery Nov. 7 to repair bilateral sesamiod fractures sustained in the Breeders' Cup Marathon.... Read More
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Researchers Use Models to Learn Why Equine Bodies Break
November 02, 2011
Using computational modeling, researchers can examine "what if" scenarios related to equine injuries.... Read More
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Lecture Discusses NEXT Generation in Equine Tissue Healing
October 30, 2011
Nonsurgical exogenous crosslinking therapy (NEXT) is undergoing efficacy testing in healing equine tendons... Read More
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Banned Euthanized; Life At Ten Likely Retired
October 03, 2011
Banned euthanized after sesamoid repair, and Life At Ten will likely be retired after last place finish.... Read More
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Stem Cell-PRP Combination Effective in Treating Lesions
October 01, 2011
A stem cell-PRP combination could be more effective than either therapy alone for treating soft tissue lesions... Read More
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Injured Thoroughbred Racehorse Banned Scheduled for Surgery
September 23, 2011
The Thoroughbred colt broke both sesamoids in his right ankle after working at Santa Anita Park on Sept. 22.... Read More
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Kentucky Derby Winner Animal Kingdom Cleared for Exercise
September 06, 2011
The Derby winner was cleared for exercise after undergoing surgery for a hairline fracture in his left hock.... Read More
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Post-Surgery Prognosis in Horses
September 01, 2011
When a horse needs surgery, what's his prognosis for a full recovery? What problems can occur during recovery?... Read More
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Supporting Limb Laminitis: Prevention is the Best Treatment
August 15, 2011
Supporting limb laminitis is a sometimes fatal condition that develops as the result of another injury.... Read More
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Sesamoid Fractures: Size, Shape, and Racing Prognosis
August 01, 2011
Could the size and shape of the sesamoid fracture fragment have an impact on a horse's racing prognosis?... Read More
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Adipose-Derived Stem Cells: A Review
July 20, 2011
Research indicates adipose tissue is a reliable source from which to collect stem cell aspirates in horses.... Read More
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Understanding Growth Factors in Regenerative Medicine
July 18, 2011
A better understanding of the growth factors require for tissue healing could enhance stem cells' efficacy.... Read More
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Treating Equine Orthopedic Injuries with Stem Cells
July 17, 2011
Find out how stem cells are currently being used to treat orthopedic injuries in horses and how the cells ... Read More
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Thoroughbred Injured, Euthanized at Calgary Stampede
July 11, 2011
On opening day of the 2011 Calgary Stampede, a horse was euthanized after suffering a catastrophic injury ... Read More
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Kentucky Derby Winner Animal Kingdom Recovering from Surgery
July 07, 2011
Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands winner Animal Kingdom had successful surgery to repair a hairline slab... Read More
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Derby Winner Animal Kingdom Out for the Year
June 29, 2011
After examining a second set of X rays, it was determined that the leg injury suffered by Animal Kingdom was ... Read More
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Sorting Out IRAP, PRP, and Stem Cells
June 28, 2011
The wealth of scientific technology makes it difficult to keep track of treatment options for injured horses.... Read More
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Study Examines Stem Cells' Efficacy in Racehorses
June 25, 2011
A published study examining the effects of stem cell therapy in superficial digital flexor tendinopathy.... Read More
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Stem Cells and Tissue Healing in Horses
June 23, 2011
Do you find stem cell therapy confusing? Here's a guide to what it is and how it works.... Read More
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The Benefit of Poultices During the Show Season
June 21, 2011
Poultice can help reduce tissue heat and swelling caused by high intensity training and performance.... Read More
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Kentucky Derby Winner Injured, Will Take Time Off
June 17, 2011
Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom has suffered an injury to his left hind leg; Nehro recovers from surgery... Read More
