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Read MoreDegenerative Joint Disease in shoulder, often referred to as “osteoarthritis”, is cause of lameness in performance horses. Most equine training strategies involve the prevention and/or maintenance of some form of joint disease. Lack of performance as a result of joint disease often precedes overt lameness and/or radiographic changes. Clinical...
Read MoreMesotherapy consists in the application of different drugs by means of multiple injections with very fine needles, in the mesodermis, at small doses. It is an effective treatment, fast and without harmful effects. This technique guarantees a high and appropriate concentration of the medicine in the area. It acts...
Read MoreThe temporomandibular joint (TMJ) of the horse resides just below and in front of the base of the horse’s ear on each side of the head. Movement within the joint is easily visualized when the horse is chewing. As with any joint, the TMJ may become unstable, inflamed and,...
Read MoreClinical signs It presents with signs of lameness of the hind legs, back pain, difficult behavior when riding and poor performance. Most horses have a history of reduced performance or unwillingness to work. Complaints from riders include lack of back leg strength, deterioration in movement quality, change in behavior,...
Read MoreWhat is the Purpose of a Drug Test? Drug testing is used for detection of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and/or sedative/tranquilizer agents, but can also be used to detect anabolic steroids and analgesic (pain-relieving) agents. The presence of analgesics could mask current or chronic lameness, while sedatives/tranquilizers are...
Read MoreDiseases in horses can arise from very different causes. Know the most common diseases and early warning symptoms.
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Read MoreIn the jumping competitions, the race of the horse and its physical condition are determining. Do you know which are the best breeds of jumping horses?
Read MoreArthritis in horses is a disease that can affect them just as it does in humans by influencing their physical activity and performance.
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