Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries

Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries

Author/Editor: Sushmitha Durgam (Editor); Ramiro E. Toribio (Consulting Editor)

Publication Year: 2025

Overview

Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries, part of the renowned Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice series, provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art update on managing musculoskeletal pathologies in horses. Edited by Sushmitha Durgam, this volume explores cutting-edge diagnostic modalities and regenerative medicine techniques designed to optimize healing and athletic recovery. It serves as an essential desktop reference for equine practitioners, surgeons, and veterinary sports medicine specialists.

Key Topics Covered
Advanced Diagnostic Imaging: Modern modalities and high-resolution techniques for detecting early-stage tendinous and ligamentous damage.
Regenerative Medicine & Biologics: Cutting-edge therapies including stem cell treatments, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and novel biologic scaffolds.
Surgical & Interventional Techniques: Innovative surgical interventions and guided rehabilitation protocols for complex soft-tissue injuries.
Rehabilitation & Return-to-Play: Evidence-based physical therapy regimens, controlled exercise programs, and long-term prognosis tracking.