Articles Tagged with ''MRI''

Veterinarian Quick Takes

[Video] Using an MRI to Diagnose Hoof Issues

November 25, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices, Equipment

Dr. Courtney Bolam-Bretl shows how they use an MRI unit for diagnosing hoof and leg concerns at Wisconsin Equine Clinic.

Adding A Farrier Day To An Equine Veterinary Practice

A well-planned program promotes hoof-care knowledge, improves farrier-veterinarian communication and pays off for everyone

By Micheal L Steward posted on March 1, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices

Knowledge of the biomechanics and function of the equine foot has increased in recent years. A variety of technological advances have allowed veterinarians and farriers to measure the stresses and forces placed on and within the foot.

Using MRI to Help Diagnose Foot Problems

Researchers and practitioners continue to expand their use of new imaging technology

By Heather Smith Thomas posted on January 1, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can produce images of the inner structures of the body, including a horse's hoof.

Research Journal: December 2008

By Albert Kane posted on December 1, 2008 | Posted in Diseases, Lamenesses

A controlled experimental trial was conducted using nine clinically normal ponies to determine the effects of high blood insulin levels on lamellar integrity and laminitis in normal ponies with normal blood glucose levels. Five ponies were administered high levels of insulin over a 72-hour period while keeping their blood glucose levels within the normal range and controls received saline placebos over the same time period.

The Murky Waters of Navicular Disease

What we used to understand about navicular disease has changed a great deal. Still, veterinarian David Ramey is optimistic about how we treat what we thought we knew

By Jeremy McGovern posted on December 1, 2008 | Posted in Diseases

When David Ramey left veterinary school in the early 1980s, the approach to navicular disease was more simplistic than today.

Briefings

May 1, 2008 | Posted in Education

An owner's choice of a farrier can have a significant impact not only on hoof shape, but also on a horse's soundness and athletic ability as well, indicates a Switzerland researcher.

Technology Focus

Diagnostic Imaging For Lameness

Clinicians describe the use of X-rays, venograms, ultrasound, and MRIs for tough foot-pain cases

By Christy West posted on April 1, 2008 | Posted in Diseases, Lamenesses

X-rays, ultrasound, MRIs and other diagnostic imaging methods might not often cross a farrier’s path. But when they do, they offer a tremendous opportunity to learn about the inner workings of the horse’s foot as well as information to help that particular case.

Step On It!

High-tech pressure mat system gives this Texas veterinarian new information for evaluating and tailoring shoeing

By Christy West posted on March 1, 2008 | Posted in Education, Equipment

Shoeing horses can be very challenging sometimes, especially with one of those horses that doesn’t go completely sound no matter what you try. You might find yourself studying all aspects of that horse’s mannerisms, his feet, your shoes and anything else to find that clue that will tell you what he really needs.

Research Journal: September/October 2007

By Albert Kane posted on September 1, 2007 | Posted in Lamenesses

A case-control study was used to examine the relationships between exercise history, toe grabs and the risk of catastrophic proximal sesamoid bone fracture in racing Thoroughbreds. Researchers collected the lower limbs and shoes of 269 horses that were examined by necropsy as part of the California Horse Racing Board’s Postmortem Program and official race and timed work records were obtained from the Jockey Club.

Veterinarians's Roundtable

December 1, 2006 | Posted in Trimming

Q: It appears that the trend for Rocky Mountain horses is to cut down the heels to achieve an angle of 48 degrees or less. We all know the type of ailments that long toe, low angles bring with them. What angle would you recommend?

Videos

Hoof Care on Parade

Greg Martin, CJF, of Boerne, Texas, takes the unique approach of marketing his hoof-care practice with a Christmas parade float in Boerne and Comfort, Texas. The award-winning float boasts a variety of surprising features.

Events

2025 International Hoof-Care Summit

Date: 01/21/25

Location: Kansas City, MO

Centered around Advancing Hoof Health Through Innovation & Expertise, the International Hoof-Care Summit is returning for its 22nd Annual event in Kansas City, Mo., on Jan. 21-24, 2025.

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