Life-Threatening Hyperkalemia in Horses
High blood potassium levels cause a life-threatening condition known as hyperkalemia
Tag: American Association of Equine Practitioners
A New Equine Joint Pain Treatment Might be on the Horizon
In the presence of tissue injury, the body produces neurotrophins, or nerve grow factors (NFG).
TMJ Inflammation’s Impact on Chewing in Horses
Over the past decade, the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) has become an area of interest for many equine clinicians.
Tips for Maintaining Senior Horses’ Weight
Senior horses comprise a unique portion of the equine population, often harboring special dental and dietary needs.
Corticosteroid Clearance Following Joint Injections
The current ARCI (Association of Racing Commissioners International) recommended withdrawal times for intra-articular (IA) administration of corticosteroids as seven days for triamcinolone acetonide (TA), betamethasone and isoflupredone, and 21 days for methylprednisolone acetate.
Rehabilitation Exercises from the Ground
When a horse suffers a musculoskeletal injury, the following events typically include a diagnosis, treatment, and return to soundness