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Innovative biologic therapies using stem cells have grown (pun intended) in the treatment of tendonitis, osteoarthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, and laminitis in sport horses. Stem cells originate in the horse’s …
There is certainly not one answer for all sport horses when deciding if biologics or steroids is a more appropriate treatment option. It’s an individual case for each horse …
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a disease contracted by the microbe, Sarcocystis neurona typically found in opossum feces, that can cause neurologic disease due to the effects of the …
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive, safe treatment that can increase the healing rate of soft tissue injuries and orthopedic conditions. Shockwave therapy administers high energy waves to the site …
Commonly found in sport horses, navicular syndrome, is a chronic degenerative condition generally found in the front hooves of horses. It can be caused by ongoing stress on the …
Is your horse making an unusual roaring or wheezing noise when in training or at rest? Have you heard your horse excessively coughing, sneezing, or snorting? How about nasal …
It’s tick season and you live near wooded regions. Not only can you be susceptible to tick-borne illnesses, but your horse can too. Horses can contract Lyme disease through …
Does your horse appear to have difficulty when urinating? Does your horse stretch out to urinate and remain in the pose for a prolonged period of time? Have you …
When is regenerative therapy considered for horses? Regenerative therapy is a comprehensive term used to describe any procedure that stimulates the body to heal itself. Regenerative therapies use bodily …
How can degenerative joint disease occur in horses? Degenerative joint disease, also known as osteoarthritis, can cause lameness, stiffness, joint swelling, and changes in behavior in sport horses. Years …
