SPORTS MEDICINE:
Southern Equine Service provides full lameness exams and cutting edge treatments for our patients. All of our doctors utilize a complete clinical exam to diagnose the cause of lameness. We also use regional anesthesia (blocking) to pinpoint the location of the lameness. We see horses with varying degrees of lameness and base our findings on how the horse presents during the clinical exam. As soon as we pinpoint the location of the lameness we use one of our many diagnostic imaging modalities to determine the cause for the lameness. Once we have a diagnosis, we come up with treatment options and assist the owner in making the best treatment decision for his/her situation and horse.
+ Performance/Lameness Exam
Lameness in horses is a serious and painful problem with several possible causes, and it is important to notice the signs early to improve the chances of successful treatment. Lameness is a problem if your horse‘s gait is abnormal in any way.
This examination uses staticand dynamic evaluations to determine if the horse is showing signs of pain associated with the musculoskeletal system.
Flexion tests are used to localize lameness, but temporarily focusing stress on a specific joint or set of joints to observe the change in gait at the walk or trot. If lameness is detected, diagnostic nerve blocks can be used to localize the source of the pain. Once pain is localized, diagnostic imaging including radiographs (x-rays) or ultrasound can be used to evaluate the soft tissue and boney structures in that area to determine the source of the lameness. Some lameness cases require advanced diagnostic imaging such as bone scan or MRI. If no obvious lameness occurs, we offer the option of chiropractic and acupuncture services to restore the range of motion as well as relieve muscle pain.
+ Regenerative Medicine
IRAP(Interleukin-1 Receptor Antagonist Protein):
PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma):
Pro-Stride:
A2M (Alpha2EQ):
Extracorporeal Shockwave therapy (PulseVet):
RLT Regenerative Laser:
+ Pre-Purchase Exam
SES offers pre-purchase examinations for prospective buyers. The pre-purchase examination includes a full physical exam, soundness exam, Coggins test, health certificate and optional drug screening. We offer radiograph packages and are happy to do any other diagnostics such as endoscopy or blood work at additional charges. If the prospective buyer cannot be present for the exam, we always communicate with him/her to discuss any findings and how he/she would like to proceed. We can email radiographs taken during the pre-purchase exam for the prospective buyer. We provide a written report of all findings from the exam for the buyer. Prepurchase exams can be performed on the farm on in the clinic. If you'd like to request a PPE or begin the required paperwork, please see our Client Portal.