Digital Radiology
The Imaging Department at our facility has expanded to include direct radiography (DR), as well as computed radiography (CR). Each offers the practitioner an opportunity to support clinical findings with the finest quality images ensuring
a proper diagnosis. Both DR and CR technology have proven to be invaluable in understanding and diagnosing the intricacies of equine lameness.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
MRI adds a dynamic dimension to the area of lameness diagnostics, offering the ability to look at soft tissue and bony lesions that are unable to be diagnosed any other way. Through the knowledge gained from these studies, more decisive treatment plans are designed specifically for each case.
Nuclear Scintigraphy
Nuclear scintigraphy, or more commonly known as a bone scan, is the newest diagnostic tool. We now have a state of the art gamma camera and trained personnel to perform bone scans. The newest software gives us the ability to find the most unusual causes of a horse's ailments.
Ultrasound and Endoscope
Ultrasound is another technique for evaluation of soft tissue areas. It is an effective diagnostic tool for tendons, ligaments, internal organs, the reproductive tract and growing fetus. This equipment is also available for use in the field. Our video endoscopy equipment allows our doctors the ability to evaluate the upper airway and respiratory tract, as well as the bladder and uterus. The three-meter scope allows us to perform an evaluation of the stomach and the beginning of the small intestine.
