Laminitis
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Laminitis Rehab: 'If the Corium is Happy, There's Hope'
One veterinarian describes what the corium can tell us about a laminitic horse's chances of recovery.
Photo by Debra Taylor, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVIM
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Progenitor Cells in Healthy and Laminitic Hooves (AAEP 2012)
Researchers recently evaluated adult progenitor cell characteristics from healthy and laminitic horse hooves.
Photo by Christy M. West
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Handling Non-Weight Bearing Lameness in the Field (AAEP 2012)
Non-weight-bearing lameness is one of the most common emergencies practitioners manage in the field.
Photo by Ryan Penno, DVM
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Laminitis Rehab: 'If the Corium is Happy, There's Hope'
April 19, 2013
One veterinarian describes what the corium can tell us about a laminitic horse's chances of recovery.... Read More
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Laminitis Risk Factors
March 26, 2013
What is the most important risk factor that make some horses more prone to laminitis than others?... Read More
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Grayson-Jockey Club to Fund 12 New Projects in 2013
March 15, 2013
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation approved funding of 12 new projects in 2013. ... Read More
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Podiatry Table Topic: A Focus on Laminitis (AAEP 2012)
March 08, 2013
Laminitis is a devastating disease that does not discriminate based on a horse's age, breed, or discipline.... Read More
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Progenitor Cells in Healthy and Laminitic Hooves (AAEP 2012)
February 16, 2013
Researchers recently evaluated adult progenitor cell characteristics from healthy and laminitic horse hooves.... Read More
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Laminitis Update
February 14, 2013
Experts answered reader questions live about what’s new in laminitis research and treatments.... 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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Metabolic Syndrome Dangerous for Pregnant Mares (AAEP 2012)
February 05, 2013
Equine metabolic syndrome can put pregnant mares in an especially precarious in situation.... Read More
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Making Sense of Laminitis
January 16, 2013
Farriers and vets discussed ways to work together to treat this hoof disease at the 2012 Laminitis Conference.... Read More
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Laminitis Research Group Still Recruiting Cases (AAEP 2012)
January 12, 2013
Owners of laminitic horses can speak with their veterinarian about registering to be included in the study.... Read More
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Hindgut Microflora of Laminitic, Nonlaminitic Horses Compared
January 05, 2013
Researchers found surprising differences between fecal microflora DNA of laminitic and nonlaminitic horses.... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Articles of 2012
January 01, 2013
The staff at TheHorse.com tallied the most popular articles of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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Evaluation and Treatment of the Laminitic Horse
December 28, 2012
A thorough examination, an aggressive treatment plan, and owner commitment are needed to manage laminitis.... Read More
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Racehorse Paynter to Resume Training, Wins Vox Populi
December 27, 2012
It's hoped that the colt, who battled a series of medical issues in 2012, will return to the track in 2013.... Read More
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Stem Cell Therapy as a Potential Treatment for Laminitis
December 25, 2012
Stem cells therapy might offer practitioners an additional treatment option for the fight against laminitis.... Read More
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Laminitis Overview and Anatomy
December 24, 2012
It's important to have at least an understanding of the structures in play during a laminitic episode. ... Read More
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Laminitis Terminology: SIRS Rather Than Sepsis
December 21, 2012
A researcher says SIRS (systemic inflammatory response syndrome) is the term to use when discussing laminitis.... Read More
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Possible Causes of Laminitis
December 19, 2012
Endocrine disorders and black walnut extract exposure were a few of the causes researchers discussed.... Read More
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The Obel Grading System for Describing Laminitis
December 16, 2012
The Obel Grading System is used to classify and understand laminitis progression in horses.... Read More
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Common Clinical Signs of Laminitis
December 15, 2012
Recognizing clinical signs early and seeking immediate veterinary care can improve treatment outcomes.... Read More
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Identifying Laminitic Changes with MRI
December 14, 2012
MRI might offer evidence of laminitic changes in a horse's hoof before the disease is otherwise identified. ... Read More
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Supporting a Foundered Foot with a W-Shoe
December 05, 2012
This hand-forged shoe offers an option for supporting horses suffering laminitis.... Read More
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Human Barefoot Trends: What Can they Tell Us About Horses?
December 04, 2012
Learn what human barefoot running trends are teaching us about horse podiatry and laminitis management.... Read More
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Coleman, Page Recipients of EQUUS Foundation Research Fellows
December 03, 2012
The awards emphasize the importance of assisting researchers in their exploration of horse health topics.... Read More
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Q. I hear a lot of people use the words laminitis and founder interchangeably. Are these two conditions the same thing?
Laminitis Survivors: Getting Back on Grass?
Q. After a horse has had a bout with laminitis, can she be brought up slowly on grass again, for say, 20 minutes daily? If so, how soon can this be done?
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