Ligament & Tendon Injuries
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Therapeutic Ultrasound Settings for Horses Identified
Researchers identified what ultrasound settings achieve adequate temperature increases to be therapeutic.
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MRI to Evaluate Suspensory, Sesamoid Injuries (AAEP 2012)
Researchers say MRI is invaluable for identifying suspensory ligament lesions and sesamoid bone damage.
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Stem Cell Approach Ineffective for SDFT Injuries (AAEP 2012)
Researchers found no significant improvement in SDFT injuries treated with mesenchymal stem cells.
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Lingering Lameness
June 04, 2013
Is a two-year-old injury be a candidate for adipose-derived regenerative stem cell treatment?... Read More
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Hind-Limb Collateral Ligament Injuries Examined
May 18, 2013
Study results indicate affected horses have a guarded prognosis to return to athletic soundness.... Read More
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Therapeutic Ultrasound Settings for Horses Identified
April 23, 2013
Researchers identified what ultrasound settings achieve adequate temperature increases to be therapeutic.... Read More
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MRI to Evaluate Suspensory, Sesamoid Injuries (AAEP 2012)
March 27, 2013
Researchers say MRI is invaluable for identifying suspensory ligament lesions and sesamoid bone damage.... 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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Stem Cell Approach Ineffective for SDFT Injuries (AAEP 2012)
March 15, 2013
Researchers found no significant improvement in SDFT injuries treated with mesenchymal stem cells.... Read More
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Using MRI and Scintigraphy to Diagnose Suspensory Injuries (AAEP 2012)
February 22, 2013
Using both MRI and scintigraphy could be beneficial when diagnosing suspensory-ligament-related injuries... 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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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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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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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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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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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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Lentenor, Barbaro's Full Brother, Retired
October 10, 2012
The full brother to 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro has been retired because of a tendon injury.... Read More
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Accuracy of Suspensory Ligament Measurements via Ultrasound
October 02, 2012
Obtaining accurate ultrasound measurements of the upper suspensory ligament is challenging, research shows.... Read More
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Belmont Winner Union Rags Retired with Suspensory Injury
July 23, 2012
A small lesion in the middle of the suspensory ligament in his left front leg was detected last week.... Read More
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Commentary: Past, Present, and Future of Equine Stem Cells
July 06, 2012
One veterinarian shares his thoughts on the past, present, and future of stem cells in equine medicine.... Read More
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Bramlage: I'll Have Another Injury is Minor But Slow-Healing
June 08, 2012
I'll Have Another was retired from racing June 8, the day before he had a shot at the Triple Crown t... Read More
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Equine Gait Abnormalities as a Diagnostic Tool
May 03, 2012
Some disorders produce gait abnormalities and lamenesses that aid in a quick and accurate diagnosis.... Read More
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Tendon Lesions in Horses: Treatment and Prognosis
April 26, 2012
Even the tiniest leg laceration can have dire consequences for nearby tendons if left untreated.... Read More
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2011 Horse of the Year Havre de Grace Injured, Retired
April 23, 2012
Veterinarians diagnosed 5-year-old mare with lateral middle distal sesamoidean ligament desmitis on April 23.... Read More
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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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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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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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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Lingering Lameness
Q. I have a 10-year-old mare that tore her deep digital flexor tendon two years ago where it meets the coffin bone. Would she be a candidate for adipose-derived regenerative stem cell treatment, or is the injury too old?
Sticky Stifles
Q. I had my vet come out when I first got my horse to investigate a strange popping sound I heard when he turned in a small circle. My vet said it was in his stifles, but I'd like to get a second opinion. What questions should I ask?
Wrapping a Bowed Tendon for Exercise
Q. Q: We have a 4-year-old Thoroughbred with a bowed tendon. He has been laid up for about a year and is now in training and doing well. My question: When we race him, should we wrap his leg to support the bow or leave it open? I say that we should wrap it to support the bow, and my husband says that this will only bow the leg worse. Rose
