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Aug 11, 2020
Can inspiratory muscles be trained to aid upper respiratory tract stability?
Inspiratory muscle training (IMT) applies a training stimulus directly to the muscles responsible for breathing in. E...
Aug 4, 2020
Novel camera pill to visualize the gastrointestinal tract
It is difficult to perform a thorough internal examination of the horse’s intestinal tract which often limits the abi...
Jul 8, 2020
Scoring system finds lameness in horses considered sound by their owners
Low grade lameness in ridden horses is more common than recognized by owners. A previous UK study of 506 sports horse...
Jun 30, 2020
No Foot, No Horse? Are low heels associated with hind limb lameness?
Low heels are the most common abnormal hoof conformation seen in both the front and hind feet of horses. This conform...
Jun 29, 2020
Countdown to Competition Series: Staying Healthy in Changing Environments
Respiratory and Immune Support for the Traveling Horse
We all know a lot more about disease spread lately… and the pr...
Jun 23, 2020
Assessment of injury risk in high level eventing horses
In human sport science, the acute:chronic workload ratio (ACWR) is used to monitor an athlete’s preparedness for comp...
Jun 17, 2020
New recording technique to detect a difficult-to-diagnose equine heart condition
Use of a new electrocardiogram (ECG) technique to detect an abnormal heart rhythm called paroxysmal atrial fibrillati...
Jun 10, 2020
Does riding in a bitless bridle limit or prevent Dynamic Laryngeal Collapse?
Upper respiratory tract (URT) obstruction is a common cause of poor performance in racehorses and a major cause of lo...
Jun 9, 2020
Countdown to Competition Series: Putting Your Best Hoof Forward
The Farrier’s Role in Hoof Health and Beyond
You wouldn’t want a house with a crumbling foundation or a car with crac...
Jun 6, 2020
Countdown to Competition Series: Feeding for First Place
How to Safely Make Diet Changes and Overcoming Common Digestive Issues in the Competition Horse
Being the world’s gre...
Jun 2, 2020
Sweet-Itch, Equine Asthma & The Gastrointestinal Tract
A large component of immunity is linked to what is going on within the gastrointestinal tract and a large amount of t...
Jun 1, 2020
Countdown to Competition Series: Saddle Fit For Success
Dress to impress... but comfort is critical
When choosing a saddle for your horse, there’s admittedly a lot to consid...