Diagnosis & Treatment for Lameness in Horses
Lameness diagnosis and treatment are the cornerstones of our practice. We employ an array of new diagnostic equipment, such as digital ultrasound, digital X-ray, and a digital thermographic camera. Regular use of these technologies allows us to achieve familiarity with normal and abnormal conditions, leading to more accurate diagnosis.
Diagnostic services offered:
- Pre-purchase exams
- Lameness exams and diagnostic nerve blocks
- Performance exams for lameness prevention and rehab cases
- Thermographic evaluations for performance and lameness exams
- Thermographic saddle fitting exams
Treatment and rehabilitation services offered:
- Hospitalization
- Physical therapy and injury rehabilitation
- Joint injections
- Shock wave therapy
- Stem cell therapy
- Tildren therapy
Four Winds Farrier Services include corrective shoeing and trimming for laminitis, white line hoof-wall resections, and other complicated foot conditions, provided by Richard Becker, past president of the Michigan Farrier Association. He is a current member of the U.S. Blacksmith Team. Dick works well with local blacksmiths for consultation and follow-up care.
Dr. Braeutigam can also arrange chiropractic services by a licensed professional if the need arises.
Medical equipment available for diagnosis and treatment:
- Terason digital laptop ultrasound
- Vetel digital radiography
- Flir digital thermographic camera
- EMS shockwave
- Game Ready ice machine
- Brymill cryosurgery
- Respiratory endoscope
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