Recent News for Injuries & Lameness
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Racetrack Surface and Hind Limb Fetlock, Hoof Kinematics (AAEP 2012)
January 06, 2013
Researchers found variations in degree of fetlock flexion, hoof slide in horses working on different surfaces.... Read More
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Commentary: Saving Potesta, an Unlikely Story
January 02, 2013
Read how veterinarians saved a record-breaking racehorse after she sustained a life-threatening injury.... Read More
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Bob Baffert Trainee Tweebster Euthanized
January 02, 2013
The 5-year-old gelding was euthanized after fracturing both sesamoid bones in his left front leg.... Read More
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Bute for Old Bones
December 25, 2012
My vet wants my 38-year-old on bute forever. Is there anything else that could help him with no side effects?... Read More
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12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts
December 25, 2012
Consider the following "wishes" equine experts made to help maximize your horses' quality of life. ... Read More
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RMTC Makes Corticosteroid Recommendations
December 21, 2012
Among the recommendations was a prohibition on corticosteroids joint injections within seven days of a race.... Read More
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Study: Suspensory Injuries Could be Linked to Excessive Extended Trot
December 12, 2012
Recent study results suggest a possible link between extended trot and risk for suspensory ligament injuries.... Read More
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Positive Drug Test Changes Results of Major French Horse Race
December 01, 2012
The winner of the Darley Prix Jean Romanet was disqualified after testing positive for an anti-inflammatory.... Read More
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UC Davis Studying Equine Humerus, Scapula Fractures
November 30, 2012
The study will identify warning signs that could be indicative of impending catastrophic fractures.... Read More
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Study Examines Osteoarthritis Formation after Fetlock Injury
November 24, 2012
A single impact injury did not cause generalized osteoarthritis in the fetlock during the study period.... Read More
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Influences on Equine Fracture Healing
November 19, 2012
Bone fractures in horses, whether catastrophic or microscopic, heal through a complex sequence of events.... Read More
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Veterinary Care for the Sport Horse
November 15, 2012
The goal for sport horses, from prepurchase exams through their careers, is to extend the time to retirement.... Read More
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Managing Equine Arthritis on a Budget
November 14, 2012
Veterinarians can keep diagnostic costs lower by using as much information from routine tests as possible.... Read More
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Age for Onset of Osteoarthritis
November 13, 2012
At what age is osteoarthritis likely to start in a horse?... Read More
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Diagnosing, Treating Tendon and Ligament Injuries in Older Horses
November 08, 2012
Geriatric horses often suffer tendon and ligament injuries for reasons unique to their age group.... Read More
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Cannon Bone Fractures in Sport Horses vs. Racehorses
November 07, 2012
Researchers found that clinical signs of cannon bone fractures in sport horses and racehorses were similar.... Read More
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Osteoarthritis Versus Arthritis: What's the Difference?
November 06, 2012
What's the difference between osteoarthritis and other types of arthritis?... Read More
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Advances in Equine Joint Pain Management
November 05, 2012
One researcher evaluated pharmacologic methods of osteoarthritis management and recent pain control advances.... Read More
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Conditioning Joint Cartilage through Early Exercise
November 02, 2012
Exercising foals helps condition articular cartilage and delay future joint disorders, one veterinarian says.... Read More
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Study: Horse Fitness, Layups, Usage Linked
October 25, 2012
Researchers recently examined the factors that could affect a horse's propensity for injury and future use.... Read More
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Diagnosing Equine Neck Conditions
October 22, 2012
Neurologic signs, weakness, gait changes, and forelimb lameness can all point to an equine neck condition.... Read More
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Racehorse It's Tricky Retired due to Condylar Fracture
October 22, 2012
The 4-year-old filly sustained the beginnings of a condylar fracture in her right hind leg during a workout.... Read More
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FEI Addresses Medical Chiefs on Equine Injury Surveillance
October 20, 2012
Yves Rossier, DVM, presented information on an FEI-funded study on equine injuries at a recent conference.... Read More
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Corticosteroids in Racehorses: Beneficial But Controversial
October 18, 2012
Corticosteroid use is controversial, but the medications are beneficial when used appropriately, one vet says.... Read More
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Education, Communication Can Improve Racehorse Safety
October 18, 2012
Educating trainers about the warning signs of catastrophic injury can help improve equine safety.... Read More
