Recovering from Injury & Surgery
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Supplement to Support Post-Surgical Joint Health (AAEP 2012)
A supplement fed after osteochondral fragment removal could help reduce post-surgical joint inflammation.
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Researchers Examine Link between Salmonella and Colic
Predictors of Salmonella shedding in horses identified to allow earlier biosecurity intervention.
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Improving Outcomes for Corneal Ulcers, Ulcerative Keratitis
The natural mechanisms in equine eyes can complicate corneal ulcer healing, but most ulcers fully recover.
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Lecture on Equine General Anesthesia Scheduled
May 15, 2013
The lecture will address a variety of details regarding equine general anesthesia.... Read More
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Equine Field Anesthesia Considerations
April 07, 2013
One vet reviews some key points equine practitioners must consider before implementing field anesthesia.... Read More
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Supplement to Support Post-Surgical Joint Health (AAEP 2012)
March 31, 2013
A supplement fed after osteochondral fragment removal could help reduce post-surgical joint inflammation.... Read More
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Rachel Alexandra Returns to Stonestreet Farm
March 26, 2013
Rachel Alexandra was released from Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital and returned home to Stonestreet Farm today.... Read More
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Post-Colic Surgery Stent Bandage Prevents Incisional Infection (AAEP 2012)
February 27, 2013
One researcher says a stent bandage appears to create an ideal environment for incisional healing.... Read More
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New Concepts in Equine Skull Fracture Repair
October 17, 2012
While equine skull fractures are unsightly and alarming, surgeons can often repair them successfully.... Read More
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Researchers Examine Link between Salmonella and Colic
October 09, 2012
Predictors of Salmonella shedding in horses identified to allow earlier biosecurity intervention.... Read More
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Improving Outcomes for Corneal Ulcers, Ulcerative Keratitis
October 05, 2012
The natural mechanisms in equine eyes can complicate corneal ulcer healing, but most ulcers fully recover.... Read More
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Racehorse Paynter Undergoes Surgery
October 03, 2012
Veterinarians removed a 15-inch external growth from the colt's intestines this morning.... Read More
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Factors Complicating Return to Work after Colic Surgery
September 21, 2012
Common complications included surgical incision herniation, pre-existing lameness, and laminitis.... Read More
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Racehorse Paynter Recovers from Laminitis, Fighting Colitis
September 21, 2012
Paynter has "beaten laminitis" and will be able to race again if he beats colitis, his owner said Sept. 21.... Read More
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Equine Temporohyoid Osteoarthropathy Studied
September 04, 2012
Researchers looked at common signs, diagnostics, and treatments for equine temporohyoid osteoarthropathy.... Read More
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Stall Rest Suggestions
September 01, 2012
I have a horse that is on stall rest while recovering from a fractured humeru... Read More
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New Surgical Treatment for Kissing Spines Evaluated
August 28, 2012
A new, minimally invasive kissing spines treatment method boasted a 95% success rate in a recent study.... Read More
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Surgical Options for Managing Roaring in Horses
August 22, 2012
Numerous factors go into selecting the appropriate surgical procedure to treat equine roaring.... Read More
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Treating Pleuropneumonia-Related Abscesses with Thoracotomy
July 21, 2012
Many horses recover from pleuropneumonia with medical therapy, but some require surgery to prompt healing.... Read More
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Study: Modified Surgery for Roaring Treatment Effective
July 20, 2012
Study finds that modified version of laryngoplasty surgery is effective in treating roaring in horses.... Read More
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Help Sick Horses Heal with Nutrition
June 27, 2012
Nutritional choices can either help or hinder a horse's health problems, diseases, or ailments.... Read More
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Stall Rest and Rehabilitation
June 26, 2012
The recording of the Ask the Vet LIVE event on stall rest and rehabilitation from June 21, 2012, is online now... Read More
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Feeding Horses Post-Colic
June 25, 2012
Developing an understanding of post-colic feeding practices can help your horse on the road to recovery.... Read More
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Laminitis Claims Injured Racehorse Giant Ryan
June 17, 2012
His owners elected euthanasia after the colt began showing laminitis signs in one of his uninjured legs.... Read More
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Ask the Vet LIVE: Stall Rest and Rehab
June 11, 2012
The panelists will answer questions on managing your horse during stall rest and rehabilitation.... Read More
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Results of Standing Fracture Repair in Racehorses Examined
June 10, 2012
Standing fracture repair avoided general anesthesia risks and allowed most study horses to return to racing.... Read More
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Researchers Evaluate Surgical Outcomes for Headshakers
June 02, 2012
Recent work suggests surgery could be an option for headshakers, with a long-term success rate of nearly 50%.... Read More
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Study Examines Post-Anesthetic Myelopathy in Horses
May 30, 2012
Post-anesthetic myelopathy is a rare but deadly complication of general anesthesia in horses.... Read More
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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Rehabilitating Muscle
Q. Q: My horse has a severe laceration involving the biceps femoris and semitendinosis muscles (along the back of the hindquarter). He is 17 and in very good shape, training Prix St. Georges. We were able to suture the site and the incision is healing nicely. My question is on rehabilitation. What would be the best avenue to take to prevent too much scar tissue from forming and
Insulin Resistance and Layup Time
Q. Q: My 18-year-old Percheron/ Morgan gelding was diagnosed with insulin resistance. Just prior to being confined to stall rest for a connective tissue injury, his insulin was 67 microIU/mL. The vet did a dexamethasone suppression test to rule out pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), and it was well within normal bounds. After a six-month layup and a very controlled diet
Recuperating Back Muscles
Q. My 17-year-old Half-Arabian gelding underwent colic surgery, recovered well, but he has lost tone in his belly muscle and his back has dropped, and his saddle doesn't fit at all anymore. How can I get his back to recuperate?
