Acute and Prolonged Effects of Vibrating Platform Treatment on Horses: A Pilot Study

Nowlin, Chelsea; Nielsen, B.D.; Mills, Jillian; Robison, C.I.; Schott, Harold C.; Peters, Duncan F.

doi:10.1016/j.jevs.2017.12.009

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“…A pilot study of the benefits of vibration therapy used a frequency of 50 Hz for 30 min, using a control group with sham procedures, but no differences were found in lameness or gait abnormalities [ 45 ]. The use of whole-body vibration for 60 days, five sessions a week for 30 min in horses with chronic lameness, did not produce immediate or long-term benefits [ 38 ].…”

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Equine Rehabilitation: A Scoping Review of the Literature

Atalaia

Prazeres

Abrantes

et al. 2021

Animals

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Injuries to the locomotor system are a common problem in athletic horses. Veterinarians address these injuries using appropriate medical, surgical, and pharmacological treatments. During or after recovery from the initial injury, horses may be treated for functional locomotor deficits using specific rehabilitation techniques aimed at restoring full athletic performance. This study reviews the literature to identify which rehabilitative techniques have been used most frequently in horses over the past 20 years, the protocols that were used, and the outcomes of the treatments in naturally occurring injuries and diseases. Publications were identified using keyword selection (Equine Athlete OR Equine OR Horse) AND (Rehabilitation OR Physiotherapy OR Physical Therapy). After removing duplicates and screening papers for suitability, 49 manuscripts were included in the study. The majority of publications that met the inclusion criteria were narrative reviews (49%) in which the authors cited the relatively small number of published evidence-based studies supplemented by personal experience. Observational/descriptive studies were also popular (35%). Randomized control trials accounted for only 10%. The most frequently reported rehabilitation techniques were exercise, electrotherapy, and hydrotherapy. The findings highlight the need for further information regarding type of intervention, parameterization, and outcomes of equine rehabilitation in clinical practice.

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Equine Rehabilitation: A Scoping Review of the Literature

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“…It is theorized, although not substantiated, that vibration platforms cause longer stride lengths, lower lameness scores, and higher heart rates after treatment [85]. However, it appears to have an acute relaxation effect in stalled, healthy horses [85,86]. Further studies need to be performed.…”

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“…The main indication is to be used prior to exercise to mimic a warm-up effect caused by vibration, reducing injuries during exercise [84]. It is theorized, although not substantiated, that vibration platforms cause longer stride lengths, lower lameness scores, and higher heart rates after treatment [85]. However, it appears to have an acute relaxation effect in stalled, healthy horses [85,86].…”

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Equine Musculoskeletal Pathologies: Clinical Approaches and Therapeutical Perspectives—A Review

Reis,

Lopes,

Sousa

et al. 2024

Veterinary Sciences

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Musculoskeletal injuries such as equine osteoarthritis, osteoarticular defects, tendonitis/desmitis, and muscular disorders are prevalent among sport horses, with a fair prognosis for returning to exercise or previous performance levels. The field of equine medicine has witnessed rapid and fruitful development, resulting in a diverse range of therapeutic options for musculoskeletal problems. Staying abreast of these advancements can be challenging, prompting the need for a comprehensive review of commonly used and recent treatments. The aim is to compile current therapeutic options for managing these injuries, spanning from simple to complex physiotherapy techniques, conservative treatments including steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, hyaluronic acid, polysulfated glycosaminoglycans, pentosan polysulfate, and polyacrylamides, to promising regenerative therapies such as hemoderivatives and stem cell-based therapies. Each therapeutic modality is scrutinized for its benefits, limitations, and potential synergistic actions to facilitate their most effective application for the intended healing/regeneration of the injured tissue/organ and subsequent patient recovery. While stem cell-based therapies have emerged as particularly promising for equine musculoskeletal injuries, a multidisciplinary approach is underscored throughout the discussion, emphasizing the importance of considering various therapeutic modalities in tandem.

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Equine Musculoskeletal Pathologies: Clinical Approaches and Therapeutical Perspectives – A Review

Reis,

Lopes,

Sousa

et al. 2024

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Musculoskeletal injuries such as equine osteoarthritis, osteoarticular defects, tendonitis/desmitis, and muscular disorders are prevalent among sport horses, with a fair prognosis for returning to exercise or previous performance levels. The field of equine medicine has witnessed rapid and fruitful development, resulting in a diverse range of therapeutic options for musculoskeletal problems. Staying abreast of these advancements can be challenging, prompting the need for a comprehensive review of commonly used and recent treatments. The aim is to compile current therapeutic options for managing these injuries, spanning from simple to complex physiotherapy techniques, conservative treatments including steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, hyaluronic acid, and polyacrylamides, to the promising regenerative therapies such as hemoderivatives and stem cell-based therapies. Each therapeutic modality is scrutinized for its benefits, limitations, and potential synergistic actions to facilitate their most effective application for intended healing/regeneration of the injured tissue/organ and subsequent patient recovery. While stem cell-based therapies emerge as particularly promising for equine musculoskeletal injuries, a multidisciplinary approach is underscored throughout the discussion, emphasizing the importance of considering various therapeutic modalities in tandem.

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Acute and Prolonged Effects of Vibrating Platform Treatment on Horses: A Pilot Study

Cited by 6 publications

References 10 publications

Equine Rehabilitation: A Scoping Review of the Literature

Equine Rehabilitation: A Scoping Review of the Literature

Equine Musculoskeletal Pathologies: Clinical Approaches and Therapeutical Perspectives—A Review

Equine Musculoskeletal Pathologies: Clinical Approaches and Therapeutical Perspectives – A Review

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