Joint Supplements
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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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Supplementation Strategies for Performance Horses
Performance horses need customized diets to meet their energy requirements, as hay alone likely won't suffice.
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Green-Lipped Mussel Product Beneficial for Horses with OA
A green-lipped mussel-derived product could be useful for combating some signs of osteoarthritis in horses.
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Adequan Availability could be Limited in Coming Months
May 13, 2013
Supplies of Adequan i.m. are expected to be limited in the coming months due to factory renovations.... Read More
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USEF Issues Statement on Supplement Use
April 07, 2013
The USEF issued a statement regarding the use of equine nutritional supplements on April 1. ... 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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Joint Supplement Choices
February 01, 2013
Nutraceuticals such as joint supplements have become popular preventative therapies for equine osteoarthritis.... Read More
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Supplementing Wisely
November 01, 2012
Assess your horse's overall diet, nutrient needs, health status, and workload before supplementing him.... Read More
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Exercise-Induced Inflammation and Injury in Racehorses
April 20, 2012
One researcher relayed that it could be possible to identify horses at risk for injury before accidents occur.... Read More
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Supplementation Strategies for Performance Horses
January 08, 2012
Performance horses need customized diets to meet their energy requirements, as hay alone likely won't suffice.... Read More
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Bioniche Receives Regulatory Approval for Equine Supplement
October 30, 2011
Health Canada's Veterinary Drugs Directorate accepted the low molecular weight hyaluronate sodium product.... Read More
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Green-Lipped Mussel Product Beneficial for Horses with OA
October 09, 2011
A green-lipped mussel-derived product could be useful for combating some signs of osteoarthritis in horses.... Read More
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Emerging Osteoarthritis Therapies
August 01, 2011
Supplements, polysulfated glycosaminoglycans, and regenerative medicines are some approaches for treating OA.... Read More
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The Science Behind Equine Nutritional Supplements
August 01, 2011
Which equine nutritional supplements have the research to back up their claims?... Read More
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Is There a Science Behind Equine Nutrition?
June 18, 2011
A lack of scientific research in equine nutrition makes it difficult to base a feeding program solely on ... Read More
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Commentary: Nutritional Supplements for Horses: Where's the Science?
May 13, 2011
Many owners don't think twice before feeding their horses nutritional supplements touted to solve issues ranging from metabolic and joint problems to insect control and behavioral vices. But in many cases the science behind the powders, pellets, and ... Read More
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Providing Nutritional Support for the Equine Skeletal System
February 14, 2011
Nutritional supplements can support healthy joint, bone, and connective tissue function in horses. ... Read More
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Retailers Increase Partnership with Animal Supplement Council
December 26, 2010
Leading retailers that sell animal health supplements are partnering with National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) to reduce incidences of regulatory action and to provide consumers with guidance on purchasing reputable products for animals.... Read More
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids to Treat Arthritis
December 21, 2010
Researchers have found that omega-3 fatty acids have direct anti-inflammatory actions that might be useful for the treatment of osteoarthritis and lameness in horses. Inflammation is characterized by pain, swelling, heat, redness, and loss of use. ... Read More
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Feeding the Estrous Cycle: Tailoring the Mare's Diet
December 01, 2010
Mares must have a well-balanced diet and healthy body condition to cycle properly, conceive, and carry a foal.... Read More
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National Animal Supplement Council Honored for Efforts on Behalf of Industry
October 20, 2010
National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) received an award for "Efforts on Behalf of the Industry" from a leading research-based, nutrition industry publication, Nutrition Business Journal (NBJ), this year at the annual NBJ Summit in... Read More
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Choosing Horse Supplements: a Miracle in a Bottle
October 01, 2010
Owners should selet and administer their horses' supplements with care.... Read More
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National Animal Supplement Council Warns About Misleading Quality Assurance Programs
September 24, 2010
National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) announces a buyer beware to people purchasing animal health supplements with misleading quality assurance claims. ... Read More
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Osteoarthritis: Not Just an Old Horse Disease
April 01, 2010
Studies show 60% of all equine lamenesses are related to osteoarthritis, and while it is incurable, there are treatments available and research is ongoing. More than 60% of equine lameness is attributable to OA.... Read More
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SmartPak Offers Free Supplement Guide
February 23, 2010
SmartPak has introduced a new "Guide to Supplements and Horse Care," a publication that provides horse owners with a new way to learn about their horse's health and supplements. Interested barns, pony clubs, 4-H clubs, ... Read More
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Hyaluronic Acid and Steroids: Effects on Equine Cartilage Cells
February 13, 2010
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a major cause of wastage in the equine industry, especially considering that an estimated 81% of the 9.3 million horses in America are involved in equitation and performance. A mainstay treatment for OA is the use of ... Read More
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Muscles, Tendons, and Ligaments
January 01, 2010
Horses' beauty in motion is achieved via the culmination of a complex and highly integrated interaction between muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and a variety of other connective tissues. ... Read More
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Equine Osteoarthritis: The Economic Impact
September 01, 2009
Do you know what your horse's joints are worth? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a painful, debilitating joint disease with no known cure. It is characterized by heat, pain, swelling, crepitus (a crackling, crinkly, or grating... Read More
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