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News From The Practice Penetrating Wounds of the Foot
By David TurleyPenetrating wounds of the horse’s hoof are quite common with farrier nails and joinery screws being the most frequent cause. When a sharp object has penetrated the horse’s foot, it can potentially cause damage to the sensitive tissues and structures inside. Depending on the depth and location of entry, the penetration can result in very … Continue reading Penetrating Wounds of the Foot
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Lameness Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
By David TurleyExtracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) ESWT has been used for many years in human medicine to treat many orthopaedic conditions such as tennis elbow, shoulder and heel injuries etc and is now a commonly used and effective treatment in equine medicine. Some of the conditions commonly treated using ESWT include: Osteoarthritis Wounds and Chronic Wound … Continue reading Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
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Reproduction Castration
By David TurleyWHY? Colts are generally castrated for ease of management. The main concern in any scenario is the risk of unwanted coverings, resulting in the pregnancy of young mares, or competition horses not intend for breeding at that time. Most intact colts are difficult to keep in company with other mares, geldings or stallions, especially as … Continue reading Castration
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