Howell Equine Handbook of Tendon and Ligament Injuries (Howell Equestrian Library) [Paperback]

Linda B. Schultz DVM Ph.D. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 4, 2004 | Series: Howell Equestrian Library

A Plain-language Medical Guide for Horse Owners and Trainers

Painful and potentially debilitating tendon and ligament injuries are among the most common and serious physiological problems facing performance horses. The severity ranges from minor injuries to those that end careers or even the horse's life. However, with proper treatment, these injuries can be overcome, and permanent damage minimized.

Writing in concise, accessible language, equine veterinarian Linda Schultz provides the most up-to-date information on identifying, treating, and managing tendon and ligament injuries. You'll review basic anatomy, understand how and why these injuries occur, and discover the effects of horseshoeing on tendons and ligaments. You'll see exactly what you should (and shouldn't) do during the critical healing process-plus, you'll learn to communicate effectively with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is soon back on his feet and doing his job.
* Features the latest treatment options and alternative therapies
* Includes a sample controlled exercise schedule and guidelines for recuperation times
* Explains treatment of acute injuries and directed therapy, as well as the current surgical techniques
* Discusses the benefits and drawbacks of support wraps, boots, and bandages

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A Plain-language Medical Guide for Horse Owners and Trainers

Painful and potentially debilitating tendon and ligament injuries are among the most common and serious physiological problems facing performance horses. The severity ranges from minor injuries to those that end careers or even the horse’s life. However, with proper treatment, these injuries can be overcome, and permanent damage minimized.

Writing in concise, accessible language, equine veterinarian Linda Schultz provides the most up-to-date information on identifying, treating, and managing tendon and ligament injuries. You’ll review basic anatomy, understand how and why these injuries occur, and discover the effects of horseshoeing on tendons and ligaments. You’ll see exactly what you should (and shouldn’t) do during the critical healing process–plus, you’ll learn to communicate effectively with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is soon back on his feet and doing his job.

• Features the latest treatment options and alternative therapies
• Includes a sample controlled exercise schedule and guidelines for recuperation times
• Explains treatment of acute injuries and directed therapy, as well as the current surgical techniques
• Discusses the benefits and drawbacks of support wraps, boots, and bandages

About the Author

LINDA B. SCHULTZ, D.V. M., Ph.D., has worked for over fourteen years in the veterinary profession including the fields of equine medicine, veterinary dermatology, and lab animal medicine and surgery. She is the former owner-operator of an equine medicine and surgery practice. In addition to her academic publications in scientific journals, Dr. Schultz also writes articles on pets and families.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House; 1 edition (June 4, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764557157
• ISBN-13: 978-0764557156
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #975,033 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have book, October 27, 2004

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Horse book reader (Palos Verdes, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Howell Equine Handbook of Tendon and Ligament Injuries (Howell Equestrian Library) (Paperback)

The following book review was published in Horse & Rider magazine, November 2004.

Title: Howell Equine Handbook of Tendon & Ligament Injuries

Author: Linda B. Schultz, DVM, PhD

Reviewed by: Karen E.N. Hayes, DVM, MS

If you find vet speak about tendon and ligament injuries to be clear as mud, this book is a must-have. In addition to being thorough, accurate, and concise, it's written in layman's language without being "dumbed down"-it's targeted for the well-informed, interested, and intelligent horse owner.

Perhaps most importantly, if you read this book you'll understand not only how to partner with your veterinarian in treating tendon and ligament injuries that might afflict your horse, but also how to help your horse avoid these potentially career-ending mishaps by using proper warm-ups and conditioning, being mindful of the impact of various footings, and understanding how shoeing can support or threaten tendons and ligaments.

Although the bulk of the book is aimed at explaining the various therapies, from cold-water "hydrotherapy" to surgery to alternative treatments, you'll come away with enough knowledge to carry on a spirited conversation with an equine orthopedics specialist without even breaking a sweat. This could come in handy if you're ever in a situation where two or three vets disagree on the best treatment for your horse's injury (and believe me, that's a common scenario).

It's a surprisingly easy read, and the photographs and drawings really help to clarify this vital subject that usually causes even the staunchest horseman to get glassy-eyed.

You won't find this caliber of information in most general horse-care books, and unless your horse never carries anything heavier than cowbirds on his back, its information you really can't afford to miss.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent practical care for the horse owner, July 1, 2004

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Margaret H. Bonham "skywarrior" (Montana, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Howell Equine Handbook of Tendon and Ligament Injuries (Howell Equestrian Library) (Paperback)

This little book packs a punch when it comes to explaining what tendon and ligament injuries are in the horse. It covers everything from anatomy, diagnosis, and treatment of horse injuries. One nice thing is that it also covers complementary medicine and also presents some nice case studies. A great book.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Resource, July 23, 2004

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Jeffrey Philips (West Palm Beach, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Howell Equine Handbook of Tendon and Ligament Injuries (Howell Equestrian Library) (Paperback)

An easy reading up-top-date guide on tendon and ligament injuries in the horse. The book covers the basics of what researchers know about how and why injuries occur, prevention strategies, and therapy including non-traditional therapies. It includes a sample work-out chart for your recuperating horse, something I haven't seen in any other book. The book also stresses the importance of having a good working relationship with your veterinarian and how to work effectively with him/her. All in all, it's a great book for the horse owner looking for all of the essential information needed to care for their horse's tendon and ligament injuries. I highly recommend this five start book.