Rehabilitating the Athletic Horse

Rehabilitating the Athletic Horse

Author/Editor: Hank W. Jann and Bud Fackelman (Editors)

Publication Year: 2010

Overview

Rehabilitating the Athletic Horse offers an in-depth examination of the physiological pathways, medical interventions, and conditioning protocols required to restore injured performance horses to full soundness. Edited by esteemed veterinary experts Hank W. Jann and Bud Fackelman, this volume bridges advanced veterinary surgery with practical physical rehabilitation and exercise physiology. It serves as an indispensable resource for equine veterinarians, sports medicine practitioners, and specialized trainers dedicated to managing athletic injuries.

Key Topics Covered
Total Rehabilitation Philosophy: Core principles of maintaining overall fitness and preventing de-training while addressing serious orthopedic injuries.
Exercise Physiology & Over-Training: Detailed analysis of fatigue, poor performance factors, and biomechanical stressors leading to athletic breakdown.
Advanced Therapeutic Modalities: Clinical applications of regenerative medicine, including stem cell therapy, shock wave therapy, and hyperbaric oxygen treatments.
Joint Health & Lameness Management: Specialized intra-articular and extra-articular therapies utilized for diagnosing and treating performance-limiting joint disorders.