Lameness

July 24, 2023
Gauging Bone Mineral Density to Predict Injuries in Thoroughbred Racehorses
Fracture of the proximal sesamoid bones is a leading cause of injury in racehorses. The ability to pinpoint at-risk

June 07, 2023
Shin Soreness in Young, Intensely Worked Horses
Despite meticulous care and attention to soundness, young racehorses are often sidelined by shin soreness, known also as “bucked

May 01, 2023
Joint Blocks with Lidocaine and Bupivacaine Concerning in Horses
Research shows that local anesthetics have the potential to initiate inflammatory reactions, which may ultimately harm joint tissues.

March 29, 2023
Synovial Tissue May Hold Secret to Treating Osteoarthritis in Horses
he joint, called the synovium, secretes proteins believed to protect cartilage from the devastating effects of inflammation.

March 06, 2023
Role of Nitric Oxide, Endothelial Dysfunction, and Blood Pressure in Laminitis Explored
Laminitis is always a concern for horse owners, and that concern is increasing with the rise of endocrinopathies diagnosed

February 20, 2023
IRAP, Stem Cells Fail to Rescue Injured Tendons in Horses
Injured tendons require a moderate level of inflammation to initiate healing, but prolonged inflammation may induce scarring.

January 11, 2023
Pastern Abnormalities and Future Soundness in High-Performance Horses
A review of yearling X-rays suggested low to moderate risk to future racing performance with osteochondral defects of the

December 28, 2022
Serum Amyloid A: An Effective Tool for Diagnosing, Monitoring Infections
A rapid test to detect synovial infections can be lifesaving, and this may be possible by measuring serum amyloid

December 21, 2022
Do Aging Stem Cells Have Limited Utility in Equine Injuries?
Stem cells decline in their ability to differentiate into cartilage and bone cells as they age, potentially leaving older

October 12, 2022
Circling Back to Joint Health in Horses
Researchers recently examined whether circular exercise leads to asymmetry of forelimb bones in youing animals.