E: 115 When the Stifle Locks: Looking Beyond Clean Imaging in the Young Horse
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Send Audrey a Text to get your question answered on the show A four-year-old mare the vet diagnosied with synovitis, suspected bilateral upward fixation of the patella and normal radiographs and ultrasound. In this episode, Audrey explores how development, muscle capacity, hoof balance, inflammation and nutrition may contribute to a locking-stifle pattern even when imaging is unremarkable. She also discusses forage-based nutritional support, protein and mineral adequacy, flax versus pre...
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