Whether it is a visible lameness or a change in your horse’s overall activity level, we can help. Not only do our doctors have advanced training in evaluating and treating lameness issues, are sports medicine specialists offer overall performance evaluations and are certified in equine chiropractic and acupuncture. Make an appointment today by calling 706.542.3223!
Services offered include:
- Lameness evaluations
- The lameness exam includes musculoskeletal palpation, watching the horse move, as well as performing flexion tests to help identify the lame limb(s). Further diagnostic tests may be recommended to help localize the lameness to a specific region of the limb following by radiographs and/or ultrasound. Once the source of the lameness has been found, our doctors can discuss treatment options to get the horse back to work.
- Chiropractic Care
- Chiropractic care can help horses of all ages in all disciplines. This treatment helps reduce stiffness, reduce pain, and improve flexibility.
- Acupuncture
- Acupuncture can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including neck pain, back pain, nerve dysfunction, and non-sweaters. Acupuncture is effective at alleviating pain and can be used in conjunction with most conventional treatments.
- Podiatry recommendations / consultations
- Shockwave therapy
- Joint therapies, including traditional and regenerative therapies
- Rehabilitation recommendations / consultations
- Pre-purchase exams
- Advanced diagnostic capabilities such as digital radiography, MRI, nuclear scintigraphy and ultrasound
Rehabilitation Exercise Videos
As part of your horse’s rehabilitation plan, our clinicians may recommend some at-home exercises. Below are several videos that help explain how to preform some of our most commonly recommended rehab exercises.
Please note that these exercises are intended to only be used if your veterinarian has prescribed them for your horse. You should always consult with your veterinarian before starting any new rehab program.
