The ‘Conqueror of Mountains and Destroyer of Weakness‘! Shilajit goes by many names and has many catch phrases being used to testify to it’s ability to rebuild and strengthen the body, but it is more well known in Ayurvedic Medicine than it is in western culture. This is an unfortunate thing as this is just …
The bones make up the skeleton and foundation of every horse and are directly involved in every joint. When we have a failing joint in the horse, it is really a matter of failing bone. Bone health is paramount for overall support, movement, and joint function. In every horse, especially as they age or are …
Bone and Joint Support in the Horse; Cur-OST EQ Bone Support Read More »
Navicular disease in the horse is a common lameness condition impacting equine athletes of all disciplines, but with varying degrees. The condition results in ongoing heel pain associated with soft tissue damage and navicular bone remodeling, which occurs progressively over time. The horses impacted by navicular disease suffer variable degrees of pain and have a …
Navicular Disease, Curcumin, and Bisphosphonates in the Horse Read More »
Navicular syndrome is a very common problem in the equine industry, likely impacting 30% or more of horses, dependent on the breed and discipline. We see this condition commonly in the western disciplines but also to varying degrees in other sports, including jumping, dressage and even racing. There are many factors that contribute to the problem, which can make it difficult at times to manage. All too often, though, we tend to wait until the condition has progressed, with irreversible damage, before we properly intervene. With a better understanding, hopefully we can recognize the condition sooner, see contributing factors and produce better results for the patient in the long term.
