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Allegheny Equine Associates

Lameness

Lameness is one of the most common causes of decreased performance in our equine athletes. Our veterinarians will perform a thorough examination, which often includes flexion tests and diagnostic nerve or joint blocks. This examination, a good history, and the proper diagnostic imaging (digital radiography and ultrasound) allows us to identify the area of concern and proceed to making a treatment plan.

Staff Examining a Brown Horse's Leg

Treatments Protocols

Treatment protocols for equine lameness may also include oral medications, specific exercises, and rehabilitation plans or possibly surgery. Frequently it will require a combination of therapies and follow up evaluations to return the equine athlete to its desired level of performance.

Allegheny team

Treatments that Allegheny Equine can provide:

  • Therapeutic joint injections

  • Prostride (IRAP and PRP combination)

  • Interleukin-1 Receptor Antagonist Protein (IRAP)

  • Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

  • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

  • Mesotherapy

  • Chiropractic evaluation and adjustment

  • Acupuncture

  • Rehabilitation plans

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