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Equine rehabilitation therapy for joint disease
1Equine Therapy, 4350 Harrodsburg Road, Lexington, KY 40513, USA. mporter@equinehealthcare.com
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|November 22, 2005
Summary
Physical rehabilitation therapy can reduce pain and improve joint function in horses suffering from joint disease. Therapists use physical agents and a whole-body approach to manage pain, swelling, and compensatory issues.
Area of Science:
- Equine physical therapy
- Veterinary rehabilitation
Background:
- Joint disease is a common cause of discomfort and dysfunction in horses.
- Traditional treatments may not fully address pain, swelling, and compensatory issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the application of physical rehabilitation therapy in horses.
- To outline the use of physical agents in equine joint disease management.
Main Methods:
- Application of physical agents including ice, heat, electricity, sound, light, magnetic fields, compression, and movement.
- Holistic assessment focusing on the affected joint and the entire equine body.
- Management of secondary or compensatory problems.
Main Results:
- Physical rehabilitation therapy aims to control pain and reduce swelling in equine joints.
- Therapy seeks to restore optimal movement and function in affected joints.
- Comprehensive approach addresses both local joint issues and systemic compensatory problems.
Conclusions:
- Physical rehabilitation therapy offers a viable approach to managing equine joint disease.
- A combination of physical agents and a whole-body perspective is key to successful equine rehabilitation.
- This therapy can significantly improve the quality of life for horses with joint conditions.
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