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 static and dynamic evaluations to determine if the horse is showing signs of pain associated with the musculoskeletal system.
Flexion tests are used to localize lameness by 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 pain. Once pain is localized, diagnostic imaging including radiographs (x-rays) or ultrasound can be used to evaluate the soft tissue and boney structures involved 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