Therapeutic Modalities

Pharmaceuticals

Oral anti-inflammatories may be used to decrease inflammation and to increase comfort level of the horse. They may be given for a short period of time or on a more permanent basis depending on the severity of the horse’s discomfort.

We also stock a wide variety of medications and supplements to meet your horse’s exact needs.

Joint Injections

Therapeutic Joint injections are used to decreased inflammation and pain within the joint and increase viscosity of the joint fluid.

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma)

PRP is a process of collecting the horse’s blood and concreting the platelets within the plasma and activating them which will release protein growth factors which will stimulate the natural pathways of healing within the area injected.

PRP is very effective in decreasing inflammation and promoting healing and has proven to be incredibly successful in the treatment of joint injuries and osteoarthritis.

PRP is used to treat many soft tissue injuries such as tears to the deep digital flexor tendon and the superficial digital flexor tendon, along with suspensory ligament injuries.

Systemic Joint Therapies

Systemic joint therapies such as Adequan and Legend are unique products that all work differently to help increase joint health and decrease joint pain/inflammation.

Alternative Therapies

Many horses benefit from therapies outside of standard medicine.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a minimally invasive procedure and is very effective at eliminating pain and discomfort.

Chiropractic

Chiropractic manipulation may be helpful in managing some lameness and works synergistically with acupuncture.