Have Attitudes Toward Using the Equinosis Q in Pre-Purchase Exams Changed?

By Sarah E. Coleman, The Kentucky Horse Council Executive Director | Updated on September 11, 2021 | Horse Racing, PPE, Pre-Purchase, Pre-Purchase Exams, Prepurchase, Racehorse, Racetrack, Racing, S Coleman

The Equinosis Q with Lameness Locator has become a more readily accepted diagnostic tool for detecting lameness, both subtle and overt, in the 11 years since its commercial launch. Though respected as a modality to ensure the health and wellness of competition and racehorses, some veterinarians are hesitant to use the tool during pre-purchase exams (PPE). This trend was apparent during a survey conducted by Equinosis in 2019, but what, if anything, has changed? No. of PPEs Performed Per Month (64 respondents) In a recent poll of Equinosis Q users, 64 practicing veterinarians responded. 22 vets (34%) performed...

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