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23.01.2022 Mosquitos Wow Who Knew! A friend just shared this. I will be buying some Johnson's Creamy Baby Oil, no more Mosquito bites for us!! She says she put it on her k...ids and not one mosquito bite!!!! You could see them fly around, but not one landed on them! Just thought I would let all you mommies know!! Plus it smells great and has no chemicals:) -Works for Adults too!! See more
20.01.2022 How true is this. May I have everyone's attention please: Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as:... Knowing when to come in out of the rain; Why the early bird gets the worm; Life isn’t always fair; And maybe it was my fault. Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don’t spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge). His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition. Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children. It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion. Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims. Common Sense took a beating when you couldn’t defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault. Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement. Common Sense was preceded in death, -by his parents, Truth and Trust, -by his wife, Discretion, -by his daughter, Responsibility, -and by his son, Reason. He is survived by his 5 stepbrothers; I Know My Rights I Want It Now Someone Else Is To Blame I’m A Victim Pay me for Doing Nothing Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone. If you still remember him, pass this on. If not, join the majority and do nothing. Share this with your friends, in loving memory of Common Sense! See more
18.01.2022 Tenosynovitis in Horses Brian S. Burks, DVM, Dipl. ABVP Board Certified in Equine Practice Tenosynovitis refers to inflammation of the synovial membrane and the... fibrous layer of the tendon sheath. It is characterized by distension of the sheath due to synovial effusion and is most commonly seen in horses. There are many tendon sheaths in the horse, but distention of the tendon sheath of the DDFT and SDFT at the back of the fetlock is quite common in adult horses; foals may experience tenosynovitis of the common digital extensor tendon over the dorsal carpus. At the fetlock tendon sheath distention is known as windpuffs or windgalls. Windpuffs are soft, fluid-filled swellings toward the back of the fetlock joint, resulting from inflamed deep digital tendon sheaths. Most commonly, these puffy enlargements are symptomless blemishesold and cold, the result of years of hard work. In some instances, however, the horse might be lame from recent injury to the tendon sheath, with marked heat and pain in the area, when you flex the joint or palpate the swelling. Many horses have windpuffs, especially in the rear legs, with no associated lameness. Tendons are encased in a tendon sheath where the tendon travels over bone and changes direction to prevent friction that may interfere with proper movement. The tendon sheath contains a small amount of lubricating synovial fluid. Swelling of the tendon sheath means that the sheath of the tendons inside have been stretched or injured, resulting in fluid overproduction. This results in an enlarged tendon sheath, which may result in thickening of its synovial lining and fluid levels will vary with the horse’s exercise levels. Windpuffs are seldom a problem when symmetrical between two fore- or hind limbs. They may be present on all four limbs in some horses. When one is much larger than the others, this usually indicates a problem. Tenosynovitis may be idiopathic, acute, chronic, or septic (infectious). Idiopathic Tenosynovitis This refers to the distention of the synovial sheath, usually in young animals, in which the cause is uncertain. It can be seen in the common digital extensor tendon sheath or the extensor carpi radialis tendon sheath. There is usually no identifiable pathology, no lameness and treatment is usually unnecessary. Acute and Chronic Tenosynovitis These are due to strain, overuse or trauma and usually seen in older animals. Tendon sheaths most commonly affected include the digital flexor tendon sheath and tendon sheaths associated with the carpus and tarsus. Defects in the Superficial Digital Flexor, Deep Digital Flexor and Suspensory Ligament can cause acute swelling in the sheath and subsequent fibrosis. Chronic tenosynovitis can become acute if re-injury occurs. Clinical examination is usually enough to establish the presence of tenosynovitis, but the severity and association with lameness require further evaluation via radiography to look for bone trauma, ultrasonography to evaluate tendons and to identify any injuries, fibrosis, synovial problems or alterations in the synovial fluid. CT and/or MRI can be used to identify subtle changes in soft tissue and bony structures. The tendon sheath can also be blocked with lidocaine to determine if pain and lameness are alleviated. History is important. Knowing how long the swelling has been present is helpful. Changes in the appearance of a windpuff, or other tendon sheath is important, especially if it can be correlated to lameness. There may be a subtle change in performance. Windpuffs occur commonly in hunters, jumpers, dressage horses, and Western performance horses. New, firm windpuffs on a lame horse, with heat and pain, are indicative of an injury that needs treatment. This might happen after a serious strain, for example when the horse pulls the joint attachments while sprinting and turning, making fast stops and turns, etc. After healing, the stretched area continues to bulge, but it becomes soft and painless. Windpuffs often appear, however, without the horse ever showing any evidence of lameness. Old windpuffs in lame athletic horses might cause lameness in a single limb due to adhesions between the tendons or from annular ligament desmitis- the ligament around the back of the fetlock. This ligament becomes thickened, putting pressure on the tendon sheath. There is a notch, with fluid above and below the restriction. Ultrasound is used to determine annular ligament thickening. Narrowing that impedes the gliding of the tendon (such as adhesions, synovial masses, or pressure caused by thickening of the annular ligamentas in humans with carpal tunnel syndrome) can result in lameness. It is important to determine the exact area of swelling, i.e. in the joint or the tendon sheath, which is further back, since these are two separate compartments. Treatment of tenosynovitis is like that of synovitis and osteoarthritis. This includes: rest, cold hydrotherapy, bandaging, systemic and local NSAIDs, and regenerative medicine. If the injury does not respond to rest and wrapping, the tendon sheath can be injected with steroids and sodium hyaluronan to reduce inflammation and provide lubrication. During this procedure, the synovial fluid is drained to remove the pressure and local cytokines that cause inflammation. Some cases of tenosynovitis may respond to cold laser therapy, using a class IV treatment laser. The laser may help reduce inflammation and bring healing cytokines into the affected tendon sheath. Injection of other medication into the tendon sheath can be performed in refractory cases, using platelet rich plasma, IRAP, or stem cells, depending upon the case. Tenoscopy may be performed to adequately diagnose and treat any synovial lesions, tears in the deep digital flexor tendon or perform annual ligament desmotomy. Putting an arthroscope into the tendon sheath (tenoscopy) often reveals more than an ultrasound or MRI, and the problem can be treated at the same time. Therefore, tenoscopy is both diagnostic and treatment at the same time. Horses that have chronic problems within the tendon sheath may have thickening of synovial tissue; these soft tissue masses may cause pain during movement of the tendon and should be removed. The annular ligament can be transected at the same time, if needed. If your horse has chronic windpuffs, watch for changes in size and symmetry among the affected limbs, and monitor for discomfort and lameness. Discomfort and/or heat and swelling is a sign of acute injury, so call your veterinarian if these are present. Effective treatments, from HA injections to annular ligament transection, are available. www.foxrunequine.com (724) 727-3481 Fox Run Equine Center Your horse's health is our top priority.
10.01.2022 This 5 year old jumping pony presented for a pre-purchase exam. Unfortunately he had a mild left front lameness. After further investigation using radiography, ...the pony was diagnosed with partitioning of the navicular bone or a tripartite navicular bone, a very rare condition in the foot. This is a congenital (born with) condition that causes a progressive lameness due to the instability and roughness of the navicular bone. Hopefully with orthopedic shoeing this pony can be a lesson horse. #tripartiteThursday See more
06.01.2022 SHOCK WAVE THERAPY FOR THE HORSE High energy extracorporeal shock wave therapy is a non-invasive technique used for a variety of musculoskeletal disorders. Thi...s modality has been extrapolated from its use in human medicine to similar ailments in the horse and small animals. Focused shock wave therapy results in accelerated, improved healing, and the attenuation of pain in equine musculoskeletal disorders. The ripple created when a stone is thrown into a pond is a shockwave. Radial shock wave therapy has not given similar results. The physics of the radial wave are completely different. Equine major medical insurance coverage typically will cover only focused shockwave therapy. History Shock wave therapy originated as a non-invasive method to break up kidney stones (lithotripsy). These waves are actually pressure waves, and are not electrical shocks. These waves pass through the body and interact with the kidney stones, breaking them into small particles that can be passed out. The surrounding tissue is unaffected, and surgery can be avoided. Characteristics of a shock wave include a short rise time; within nanoseconds, the wave is 1000 times that of atmospheric pressure. This is followed by a longer period of pressure decrease, returning to 10% of the positive pressure, a sign of a true shock wave. Researchers have looked at the effects of shock waves on wounds and fractures in laboratory animals where the healing was enhanced. Human trials have been similarly encouraging. In humans, ECSWT is used to treat heel spurs, bursitis, tendon calcifications, tennis elbow, rotator cuff injuries, femoral head necrosis, and plantar fasciitis. It has also been used for wounds, burns, and non-union fractures. Indications Lameness is the leading cause of decreased performance in the horse. Although there have been advances in medical and surgical techniques to treat musculoskeletal disorders, there are significant gaps in effective treatment. Shock wave therapy has helped to improve musculoskeletal treatments. The use of shock wave therapy is often reserved for horses that have not responded to other therapies, or have injuries that typically have inconsistent healing. Current conditions treated by ECSWT include navicular disease, bone spavin, suspensory ligament desmitis, bucked shins, and stress fractures. It is also useful for suspensory ligament avulsion fractures and other suspensory tendon injuries. Good response has been achieved with back soreness and pain related to kissing spines. It may be used alone or in conjunction with other therapies. Horses with cervical spine fractures or arthritis of the cervical facets also benefit from shock wave therapy. Shock wave therapy is excellent for animals that do not tolerate daily anti-inflammatory medication, or are difficult to treat daily. Tendon tears and strains Osteoarthritis Collateral ligament injuries Navicular syndrome Ringbone Joint inflammation and pain Neck and back pain Muscle tears and strains Infected or large wounds Burns Suspensory ligament disease Shock Waves A shock wave is a pressure wave it displaces its surrounding medium. The ripple created when a stone is thrown into a pond is a shockwave. Shock waves used in veterinary medicine are generated in a fluid medium inside a transducer head, and are then transmitted readily through skin, fat and muscle. The high-energy waves are focused within the transducer head so that the shockwave can be directed to the precise area of an injury. When shock waves hit an area of higher acoustic impedance, such as bone, they slow dramatically and a large amount of energy is released into the surrounding tissue. Shockwaves are modified or focused for medical/veterinary use so that their energy is released at a specific distance from the point of origin. The waves exert pressure and tension that causes tissue healing. Often, rapid improvement in lameness is noted, due to an analgesic effect; this usually lasts 3-4 days, after which the horse will return to the original status. Over the next 4-5 weeks true healing begins to occur. Other studies have shown that ECSWT improves circulation to the treated area, which can be very helpful in tissues with a typically limited blood supply, such as the suspensory ligament origin. Stress fractures show bone remodeling in response to ECSWT. Radiographic evidence of healing is faster and better than what occurs with rest alone; with the latter, it is not uncommon for the fracture to recur once started in work. Radiographic change is less obvious when treating arthritis, but clinical improvement is noted. Due to the rapid improvement, the tendency is to start exercise too quickly, and thus suffer further problems if time is not allowed for healing. Thus, re-examination is essential prior to increasing exercise. Treatment Focused ECSWT must be precisely applied, and so a definitive diagnosis is essential. Diagnostic nerve blocks, radiographs, ultrasound, and nuclear scintigraphy may be employed to arrive at a definitive diagnosis, whether singly or multiple modalities are necessary. The shock waves are applied to each treatment site, with differing energy levels, depending upon the tissue being treated. Each treatment takes less than 30 minutes, and the horse is sent home the same day. Treatment protocols vary depending upon the specific diagnosis. Some problems may only require one treatment, while most require 2-3 treatments. Treatment varies in the number of shockwaves administered and the energy of those shockwaves. Most acute soft tissue injuries are treated a total of three times spaced at two to three week intervals. Horses with navicular disease, a series of three treatments is recommended; the foot must have the shoe removed and soaked overnight prior to treatment, so that the frog is soft enough for the shock waves to penetrate. Shock waves can be painful, and light sedation is usually necessary. A few horses may not require sedation, but can be treated using a chain over the nose or a twitch. Horses should be re-examined 3-4 weeks following the third shock wave treatment. Shock wave therapy should be performed prior to any injection of stem cells, PRP, or Autologous Conditioned Serum (IRAP). Aftercare will vary between patients, but rest is always required. Other treatments, including corrective shoeing may be necessary. Shockwave use in small animal practice Shockwave therapy has been successfully used to treat many soft tissue and bony problems, both acute and chronic, in small animals. These include, but are not limited to: Hip dysplasia Non-union fractures Degenerative joint disease Spondylosis Lumbosacral pain Osteoarthritis Tendon and ligament injuries Bursitis Muscle tears and strains Wounds Lick granulomas Most small animals require heavy sedation or anesthesia for the procedure. As with horses, treatment intervals of 2-3 weeks are required, often with three treatment sessions. Booster treatments may be required in as little as six months, or as long as 18 months. Shock wave therapy is generally accepted in equine practice as an adjunctive therapy for soft tissue and bone injuries, including neck and back pain. There are many indications in small animals, but heavy sedation is required. www.foxrunequine.com 724-727-3481 Fox Run Equine Center Providing quality medical and surgical care for horses.
