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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice2025; S0749-0739(24)00087-7; doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2024.10.001

Clinical Examination of the Muscle System.

Abstract: The equine muscle system is complex and prone to a large range of hereditary and acquired diseases that often have overlapping clinical signs with orthopedic, neurologic, and other disorders. Obtaining a clinical history that fully outlines the client concerns and any known information about the disorder and following with a comprehensive physical examination and screening clinical pathology tests are fundamental to achieve definitive diagnosis. A methodical and comprehensive approach aids accurate diagnosis and development of an optimal treatment and management plan. This article describes the clinical examination approach and clinical pathology relevant to evaluating muscle disease in horses.
Publication Date: 2025-01-29 PubMed ID: 39893123DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2024.10.001Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article focuses on the study of muscle diseases in horses, the challenges in diagnosing them due to overlapping symptoms with other disorders, and the importance of a comprehensive clinical examination and history for accurate diagnosis.

Objective of the Research

  • The research mainly aims to examine and understand the muscle system in horses. This includes diagnosing various hereditary and acquired illnesses prevalent in the system.
  • It also emphasizes on the commonality of symptoms between neurological, orthopedic disorders and other diseases within horses, making accurate diagnosis difficult.

Methods Used in the Research

  • The article discusses the importance of obtaining a comprehensive history that not only focuses on the presenting symptoms but also includes client concerns and any known information about the disorder.
  • Following this, a systematic physical examination along with screening clinical pathology tests are recommended for accurate diagnosis.

Key Findings of the Research

  • The key finding from the research is the complexity of the equine muscle system and the range of diseases it can suffer from. This once again highlights the need for a comprehensive and methodical approach during diagnosis.
  • The study emphasizes that comprehensive examination and an in-depth understanding of medical history are critical in successfully diagnosing and treating muscle diseases in horses.

Impact of the Research

  • The research findings will aid veterinarians in carrying out methodical and comprehensive examinations of the equine muscle system.
  • Findings from this research can significantly contribute to the existing knowledge about common equine muscle diseases, their overlapping symptoms, efficient diagnostic techniques, and treatment plans.

Cite This Article

APA
McKenzie E. (2025). Clinical Examination of the Muscle System. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, S0749-0739(24)00087-7. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2024.10.001

Publication

ISSN: 1558-4224
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
PII: S0749-0739(24)00087-7

Researcher Affiliations

McKenzie, Erica
  • Department of Clinical Sciences, Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University, 227 Magruder Hall, Corvallis, OR 97331, USA. Electronic address: erica.mckenzie@oregonstate.edu.

Conflict of Interest Statement

Disclosures The authors have nothing to disclose.

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