Comparative characteristics of diseases of the bone and joint system of horses in typical equestrian sports (show jumping, dressage, endurance)

Abstract

As a rule, much attention is paid to injuries of the tendon-ligament apparatus of horses used in various types of equestrian sports. And often diagnostics of injuries of the musculoskeletal system is carried out. However, absolutely undeservedly, in the diagnosis of injuries of the musculoskeletal system little attention is paid to ultrasound. As a rule, to obtain the most complete information about the state of the musculoskeletal system, it is necessary to combine these 2 research methods. Ultrasound makes sense to carry out both in the diagnosis of diseases of the tendon-ligament apparatus and in the diagnosis of joint diseases, because it is important to remember that the joint consists not only of articular surfaces, but also of a capsule with synovial membranes, joint cavity, joint ligaments - all these structures require a comprehensive assessment. Earlier, we found that horses training in equestrian distance endurance on hilly terrain have predominantly periosteal reactions at the attachment points of the joint ligaments. We then decided to conduct a study of musculoskeletal injuries in comparison in different types of equestrian sports. In our opinion, endurance riding is of the greatest interest, since this type of equestrian sport in the North-West region is younger than show jumping and dressage. As a result of the studies, it was concluded that diseases of the musculoskeletal system differ in different disciplines, and there are also similarities.