Stem-Cell Therapy
Stem cell therapy in horses restores function by providing cells that can provide healing with normal tissue versus scar tissue. Stem cells are found in higher concentrations in bone marrow and fat. To...
View ArticlePlatelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma. PRP may be used to augment tendon, ligament and joint healing in combination with stem cell or autologous conditioned serum (ACS) therapies. PRP Therapy at UF Two...
View ArticleHigh-Field MRI
What is magnetic resonance imaging? The UF Equine Lameness & Imaging service’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit is a Toshiba Titan, ultra-wide bore high-field 1.5 Tesla magnet. MRI is an...
View ArticleSpiral Computed Tomography (CAT Scan)
What is computed tomography for horses? The UF Equine Lameness & Imaging service is equipped with a Toshiba Computed Tomography (CT) scanner with a specially designed table for use in examining...
View ArticleNuclear Scintigraphy (Bone Scan)
Bone scan image: The dark areas indicate increased radioactive isotope uptake. What is nuclear scintigraphy? The UF Equine Lameness & Imaging service is equipped with a nuclear scintigraphy unit....
View ArticleDigital Ultrasonography
What is digital ultrasonography for horses? The UF Equine Lameness & Imaging service uses ultrasonography in order to view problems associated with poor performance or lame horses....
View ArticleHigh-Risk Pregnancies
Care of the High-Risk Pregnant Mare at the University of Florida Large Animal Hospital The UF Large Animal Hospital has a rich history of offering state-of-the-art care for the high-risk pregnant mare....
View ArticleEquine Extended Care Service
Your First Choice for Long-term Healing at the University of Florida The UF Large Animal Hospital is pleased to announce an exciting new service exclusively for our clients. As of July 1, we have...
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