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Shock Wave Therapy for Horses: Treatment Guide and Decision Framework
02/02/2026 | 3 minute read
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If your veterinarian has recommended shock wave therapy for your horse’s lameness or chronic pain, you likely have questions about whether it’s the right choice. This guide helps horse owners understand when PulseVet® shock wave therapy works best, how …
Veterinary rehabilitation has evolved beyond traditional physical therapy. Today, PulseVet® shock wave therapy and Assisi LOOP® targeted pulsed electromagnetic field (tPEMF™) therapy provide evidence-based alternatives for chronic tendinopathies, osteoarthritis, and post-operative recovery. These non-invasive modalities offer …
If you’ve noticed your beloved dog limping, struggling to get up, or showing signs of pain, you’re not alone. Millions of dogs suffer from tendon and ligament injuries, osteoarthritis, and degenerative joint disease. The …
Based on the webinar presented by Jane McNae BVSc, MANZCVS, MRCVS, PGCert, CCRT, Dip AnPhys, FHEA* Osteoarthritis affects 80% of dogs by age eight, but surgery and heavy sedation aren’t …
Eighty-one percent of chronically lame horses unresponsive to conventional navicular treatment improved with shock wave therapy—and stayed sound beyond 12 months. That’s Dr. McClure’s peer-reviewed research, one of several studies …
When your beloved companion needs TPLO surgery for their torn ACL, you want nothing more than to see them back on their feet, pain-free, and ready to play again. As …
Based on clinical insights from Dr. Matt Brunke, DVM, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR, CCRT in his webinar, “Empowering Vets to Treat More with Less Risk”* When a client says “my dog doesn’t …
Based on clinical insights from Dr. Matt Brunke, DVM, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR, CCRT in his webinar, “Empowering Vets to Treat More with Less Risk”* Shoulder tendinopathy in dogs often goes undiagnosed …
Veterinary rehabilitation equipment has become essential for practices treating the growing population of senior dogs. With canine osteoarthritis affecting at least one in four dogs and functional mobility decline representing …
Electrohydraulic shock wave therapy has long been a cornerstone of treating equine soft tissue injuries and managing chronic pain. Now a recent breakthrough may change how veterinarians approach complex respiratory …
Sporting dogs, from agility competitors to flyball athletes, endure immense physical strain that can lead to frequent injuries. These active canine athletes require specialized care to ensure swift recovery and …
By T.J. Barclay, DVM Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is a common treatment modality for a variety of orthopedic conditions in both animals and humans. In veterinary medicine, ESWT was …
