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Howell Equine Handbook of Tendon and Ligament Injuries: Howell Equestrian Library (Paperback)

Autor Linda B. Schultz
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 4 iun 2004
A Plain–language Medical Guide for Horse Owners and Trainers Painful and potentially debilitating tendon and ligament injuries are among the most common and serious physiological problems facing performance horses. The severity ranges from minor injuries to those that end careers or even the horse′s life. However, with proper treatment, these injuries can be overcome, and permanent damage minimized. Writing in concise, accessible language, equine veterinarian Linda Schultz provides the most up–to–date information on identifying, treating, and managing tendon and ligament injuries. You′ll review basic anatomy, understand how and why these injuries occur, and discover the effects of horseshoeing on tendons and ligaments. You′ll see exactly what you should (and shouldn′t) do during the critical healing process–plus, you′ll learn to communicate effectively with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is soon back on his feet and doing his job. ∗ Features the latest treatment options and alternative therapies ∗ Includes a sample controlled exercise schedule and guidelines for recuperation times ∗ Explains treatment of acute injuries and directed therapy, as well as the current surgical techniques ∗ Discusses the benefits and drawbacks of support wraps, boots, and bandages
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ISBN-13: 9780764557156
ISBN-10: 0764557157
Pagini: 120
Dimensiuni: 152 x 230 x 9 mm
Greutate: 0.22 kg
Editura: Howell (TP)
Seria Howell Equestrian Library (Paperback)

Locul publicării:Hoboken, United States

Public țintă

Primary market :  horse owners and trainers   Secondary market : non horse–owning equestrians who ride in performance events

Descriere

A Plain–language Medical Guide for Horse Owners and Trainers Painful and potentially debilitating tendon and ligament injuries are among the most common and serious physiological problems facing performance horses. The severity ranges from minor injuries to those that end careers or even the horse’s life. However, with proper treatment, these injuries can be overcome, and permanent damage minimized. Writing in concise, accessible language, equine veterinarian Linda Schultz provides the most up–to–date information on identifying, treating, and managing tendon and ligament injuries. You’ll review basic anatomy, understand how and why these injuries occur, and discover the effects of horseshoeing on tendons and ligaments. You’ll see exactly what you should (and shouldn’t) do during the critical healing process–plus, you’ll learn to communicate effectively with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is soon back on his feet and doing his job. Features the latest treatment options and alternative therapies Includes a sample controlled exercise schedule and guidelines for recuperation times Explains treatment of acute injuries and directed therapy, as well as the current surgical techniques Discusses the benefits and drawbacks of support wraps, boots, and bandages

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A Plain–language Medical Guide for Horse Owners and Trainers Painful and potentially debilitating tendon and ligament injuries are among the most common and serious physiological problems facing performance horses. The severity ranges from minor injuries to those that end careers or even the horse’s life. However, with proper treatment, these injuries can be overcome, and permanent damage minimized. Writing in concise, accessible language, equine veterinarian Linda Schultz provides the most up–to–date information on identifying, treating, and managing tendon and ligament injuries. You’ll review basic anatomy, understand how and why these injuries occur, and discover the effects of horseshoeing on tendons and ligaments. You’ll see exactly what you should (and shouldn’t) do during the critical healing process–plus, you’ll learn to communicate effectively with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is soon back on his feet and doing his job. Features the latest treatment options and alternative therapies Includes a sample controlled exercise schedule and guidelines for recuperation times Explains treatment of acute injuries and directed therapy, as well as the current surgical techniques Discusses the benefits and drawbacks of support wraps, boots, and bandages

Cuprins

Acknowledgments. Introduction. 1. Diagnosing Tendon and Ligament Injuries. 2. Functional Anatomy of the Equine Foreleg and Hind Leg. 3. How and Why Injuries Occur. 4. Treating Acute Injuries, and Directed Therapy. 5. Surgical Therapies. 6. Support Wraps, Boots and Bandages. 7. Horseshoeing. 8. Alternative Therapies. 9. Preventing Tendon and Ligament Injury. 10. Four Case Studies: Seabiscuit, Mi Bay, Martin and Falcon. Bibliography. Resources. Picture Credits. Index.

Notă biografică

LINDA B. SCHULTZ, D.V. M., Ph.D., has worked for over fourteen years in the veterinary profession including the fields of equine medicine, veterinary dermatology, and lab animal medicine and surgery. She is the former owner–operator of an equine medicine and surgery practice. In addition to her academic publications in scientific journals, Dr. Schultz also writes articles on pets and families.