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Lauren Proctor-Brown1, Rebecca Hicks1, Sarah Colmer2
1Baker Institute, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, United States.
Research in Veterinary Science
|October 12, 2018
Summary
Sleeve-style digital cryotherapy (SSDC) in horses can cause distal limb pathologic conditions (DLPC), with longer treatment durations increasing risk. Close monitoring for injury is recommended during prolonged SSDC use.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Equine Health
- Cryotherapy Research
Background:
- Digital cryotherapy (DC) is a common method for laminitis prophylaxis in horses.
- Ice-water slurry DC is considered safe for up to 48 hours.
- The safety of sleeve-style digital cryotherapy (SSDC), involving direct ice contact, is not well-documented.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the incidence of distal limb pathologic conditions (DLPC) in horses treated with SSDC.
- To identify risk factors associated with DLPC in horses receiving SSDC.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study of 285 horses treated with SSDC from 2011 to 2015.
- Data collection included horse demographics, treatment details, and SSDC parameters.
- Bivariate statistics and generalized linear regression were used to analyze risk factors.
Main Results:
- 7% of horses treated with SSDC experienced distal limb tissue injury.
- Increased duration of SSDC treatment was significantly associated with a higher incidence of DLPC.
- Observed lesions included dermatitis, cellulitis, alopecia, coronitis, necrosis, and edema, resembling cold injury.
Conclusions:
- While the overall incidence of DLPC was low, prolonged SSDC treatment increases the risk of injury.
- Close monitoring for adverse effects is crucial when using SSDC, especially for extended periods.
- Further research is needed to enhance the safety, efficacy, and convenience of equine DC methods.
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