ULTRASONOGRAPHY

We have a battery operated ultrasound with several probes, allowing us to perform a high quality image for many conditions even in field conditions.

Ultrasonography allows us to view soft tissue structures.

We offer ultrasound examination in the following areas:

tendons, ligaments, joints and bone surfaces in orthopaedic cases (lameness or swellings/distentions of synovial structures)
back ultrasound (evaluation of the muscles and ligaments + to aid with acurate placement of therapeutic medications to interspinous processes or facet joints)
assessment of ovaries and uterus in mares with performance problems

For many injuries repeat ultrasound examinations are used to monitor a horse’s progress within and exercise programme during recovery and return to work. For some disciplines pre-competition season assessment of the tendons and ligaments is appropriate.

If you require any further information about ultrasonography or need your horse scanned, please c!ontact us on 01304 364648.