We all hope that our horses can tell us where they are injured because it will make our lives so simple. Unfortunately, this is impossible. In fact, as prey animals, part of their natural behavior is to cover up any signs of pain, injury or discomfort in their way. Therefore, it is difficult to find the damage until it may evolve into something more serious... but we can show the location of the pain by thermal imaging. It allows us to see pain, which allows us to treat horses more effectively.
What is thermal imaging?
Thermal imaging uses a thermal imaging camera that installs infrared imaging science to give a visual representation of the temperature of the object. By using the color scale, we can clearly see the thermal changes of the object/human/animal in the image, which is called the thermogram.
How do we use thermal imaging in the world of horses?
Thermal imaging technology is very useful for horse owners, veterinarians, and horse therapists because it can detect small changes in temperature. The human hand can detect a temperature rise of about 2-3o, and the infrared camera can detect a difference of 0.5o.
Detection
Before any clinical evidence [such as lameness or joint swelling], thermal imaging can highlight areas of inflammation and explain the reduction in horse performance or behavioral changes.
By early detection of an injured or diseased area, we can significantly reduce the risk of a major injury or disease as it can be treated before the condition progresses to a more serious condition.
prevention
Prevention is better than cure. Even if there are no problems, you can scan the horse regularly, or scan the horse after the event is very valuable for early detection of potential problems - identifying damage early is the key to preventing further trauma.
Monitoring recovery
By scanning the horse during horse recovery, we can assess the response of the injury to the treatment and when the horse returns to work we can observe the response of the injury to the work, which allows you to adjust the workload.
Thermal imaging can play an important role in the healing process, using thermal imaging techniques to continuously monitor the injury, allowing us to assess the response of the injury to the treatment and to adjust the horse's workload so that it does not return to work before it is safe. .
advantage
- Non-invasive
- non contact
- Silence [very suitable for young or nervous horses]
- no need to calm down
No radiation
- Mobile - Horses are scanned in a comfortable environment
- A comprehensive report, including a complete description and explanation of the images, intended to be used with your veterinarian.
- Use the latest infrared imaging equipment and computer software
The following questions can be identified by thermal:
- Infection
- Muscle damage
- ligament pressure or injury
- back pain
- Joint and muscle problems
-arthritis
-Sacroiliac pain
- secondary or compensatory issues
- blood stasis
- nerve damage
- Loop problem
What are the limitations of thermal imaging?
Thermal imaging is very reliable for identifying areas of interest by locating areas of inflammation when properly used according to a strict protocol. It does not give an absolute diagnosis, but it can be regionalized in the area that is causing the problem, potentially reducing the need for expensive investigation procedures for veterinarians. Further diagnostic tools can then be quickly applied to ensure that the correct course of action is taken to minimize further damage.
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