by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Vet Articles
Potomac Horse Fever (PHF), also known as Equine monocytic ehrlichiosis, originated in the eastern United States near the Potomac River. This disease has since been found in other geographic locations in the U.S. and Canada. Potomac Horse Fever is caused by the...
by David Heinze | Jul 26, 2016 | Vet Articles
Humans and horses have remarkable abilities to heal themselves. Stem Cell therapy, Extra Cellular Matrix therapy (A Cell), Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and IRAP all work in different ways to stimulate healing. All, except the A Cell, are derived from the patients own...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Horseman 101
Many reading this article are probably very aware of the medical costs that can be accrued if your horse falls ill. Colic surgery can range from $2,000 to $12,000 depending on the condition; the newest lameness treatments such as stem cell therapy, IRAP, shockwave...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Vet Articles
What is white line disease? Why does my horse have it? How can I get rid of it? These are commonly asked questions when a horse is first diagnosed with white line disease. White line disease is not completely understood. It is characterized as a progressive separation...
by David Heinze | Jul 26, 2016 | Vet Articles
There is a new and exciting branch of emerging medicine known as Regenerative Medicine or Orthobiologics. This approach combines cutting edge technology with the body’s natural ability to heal itself. I feel a bit of a personal connection to these therapies...
by Fox Valley Equine Practice | Jul 26, 2016 | Vet Articles
PSSM (Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy) is a common cause of exertional rhabdomyolysis, which is rapid breakdown of muscle with exercise, muscle soreness and weakness. The breeds that are most frequently affected by this condition are Quarter Horses, draft horses, and...
