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Archives of Razi Institute2021; 76(5); 1437-1444; doi: 10.22092/ari.2021.356105.1779

Using Short Term of High Power Laser Therapy in Horse’s Tendon Injuries.

Abstract: High-power laser therapy has been used as a treatment to cure sports injuries; however, there are no controlled standardized studies on its efficacy. Moreover, high-power laser therapy has been applied for the sport horses field. This study aimed to investigate whether high-power laser therapy can cure tendon disorders and reduce the pain in tendon lesions in injured horses and also to examine the effect of laser therapy on injured horses. This retroactive experiential clinical research was performed on50 racing horses between 5 and 15 years old. They were diagnosed with neither superficial digital flexor tendon nor deep digital flexor tendon injuries of the suspensory ligament on either hind or front limbs and were medicated with a high-power laser. The high-power laser was used with a maximum output power of 15000 MW and therapeutic effects were assessed using lameness graded and ultrasound the day after laser therapy (week 2) and 4weeks later (week 6). Results showed that laser treatment was effective and uncomplicated in all injured horses. In addition, significant improvement was observed in ultrasound scores and lameness following high-power laser treatment. There was a progressive correlation between the improvement of lameness and the following parameters; returning tendon survival, normality of tendon tissue and functions in rest, trot, or competition after treatment. According to the results, laser treatment is a good way to eliminate the complications caused by tendon damage.
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Publication Date: 2021-11-30 PubMed ID: 35355739PubMed Central: PMC8934084DOI: 10.22092/ari.2021.356105.1779Google Scholar: Lookup
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Summary

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This research study investigates the effectiveness of high-power laser therapy in treating tendon injuries in racing horses. Results showed significant improvement in lameness and ultrasound scores, demonstrating that the therapy is a viable treatment option for tendon injuries, helping to restore normal tendon function and mitigate complications.

Objectives and Methodology

  • The primary aim of this study was to evaluate whether high-power laser therapy can cure tendon disorders and alleviate pain in injured horses. This was a clinically based, retrospective study involving 50 racing horses.
  • The horses, aged between 5 to 15 years, were diagnosed with superficial digital flexor tendon or deep digital flexor tendon injuries. They were treated with a high-power laser with a maximum output power of 15000 MW.
  • Post-therapy, the therapeutic effects were assessed using grading of lameness and ultrasound results, first on the day following the laser therapy and then after four weeks.

Findings

  • The study found that high-power laser treatment was effective in treating all the injured horses. The procedure was uncomplicated, and the horses showed significant improvement in their lameness scores and ultrasound results.
  • There was a progressive correlation between the improvement of lameness and several parameters. These included the recovery of the tendon, normality of the tendon tissue and functions at rest, trot, or competition after the treatment.
  • These results suggest that high-power laser therapy can be a beneficial treatment option for tendon injuries in horses, eliminating complications caused by such damage.

Conclusions

  • This study provides evidence that high-power laser therapy can be an effective and uncomplicated treatment option for tendon injuries in horses.
  • Not only does it alleviate lameness, which is a common issue in horses with tendon injuries, but it also aids in restoring normal tendon function, allowing horses to return to their routine activities and competitive events.

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APA
Jaafar SE, Al-Bayti AAH, Abdullah SI. (2021). Using Short Term of High Power Laser Therapy in Horse’s Tendon Injuries. Arch Razi Inst, 76(5), 1437-1444. https://doi.org/10.22092/ari.2021.356105.1779

Publication

Archives of Razi Institute
ISSN: 2008-9872
NlmUniqueID: 101549567
Country: Iran
Language: English
Volume: 76
Issue: 5
Pages: 1437-1444

Researcher Affiliations

Jaafar, S E
  • Therapeutic Nutrition Techniques Department, College of Health and Medical Technology, Kirkuk, Northern Technical University, Iraq.
Al-Bayti, A A H
  • Medical Laboratory Techniques Department, College of Health and Medical Technology, Kirkuk, Northern Technical University, Iraq.
Abdullah, S I
  • College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Kirkuk, Iraq.

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Horse Diseases / radiotherapy
  • Horses
  • Laser Therapy / veterinary
  • Tendon Injuries / pathology
  • Tendon Injuries / veterinary
  • Ultrasonography

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