Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Desmitis (DSLD Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Desmitis (DSLD) is characterised by the degeneration and weakening of the suspensory ligament and other connective tissues throughout the body. Once believed to be a condition associated with old age or overuse,…
Common Showjumping Injuries Over the past five years, studies have shown that showjumping horses are particularly susceptible to several common injuries due to the high-impact nature of the sport. The intensity of the jumps, combined with rapid acceleration, deceleration, and landing, places…
Introduction to Principles of Load control and its effect in Fibre Alignment in Equine Rehabilitation As you will be aware, the rehabilitation of equine tendon and ligament injuries is a complex process that requires a thorough understanding of the mechanical…
The Role of Vibration Plates in Equine Performance and Wellbeing: Enhancing Recovery and Conditioning In the equine industry, the focus on performance horses has led to the adoption of cutting-edge technologies that enhance recovery, improve conditioning, and ultimately, boost overall…
Vitafloor and Equine Tendon Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Equine Rehabilitation June 5, 2024 – [Ocala, FL] Vitafloor®, a leader in equine fitness and rehabilitation equipment, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Equine Tendon®, the industry specialist in…
What is UTC? Ultrasound Tissue Characterization (UTC) is a technology that uses a combination of both hardware and software to assess the fiber composition of your horse’s tendons and ligaments particularly in the distal limb. A key part of this…
Hoof balance is a cornerstone of equine podiatry, vital for the overall health and soundness of horses. Central to this concept is the alignment of the pedal bone (P3 )within the hoof capsule. When discussing hoof balance, terms like negative…
In the ever-evolving world of veterinary medicine, one Irish vet has put himself ahead of the game, innovating his clinical services and extending the remote capabilities of his practice. Henk Offereins is a specialised performance vet, supporting many well-known trainers,…
In recent years, there’s been tremendous interest in using regenerative therapies (or, more accurately, orthobiologics) such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) to treat tendon and ligament injuries in horses. The evidence behind their efficacy, however, is…
CHANGING EQUINE TENDON MANAGEMENT AND REHABILITATION PART ONE: DIAGNOSING AND MONITORING INJURIES Dr Henk Offereins, DVM, from equinetendon.com explains: Dr Offereins using the UTC scanner to evaluate tendon health The detailed imagery the UTC can provide about soft tissue…