VETE 4271 - Equine Lameness & Treatment

Institution:

Tarleton State University

Subject:

Description:

This course analyzes the causes, diagnoses, and management of the myriad causes of lameness such as: defining and identifying the lame leg; spotting gait abnormalities and non-muscular causes; physical examinations and evaluations; diagnostic tools and other tests; the role of the veterinarian and farrier in pre-purchase examinations. Physical therapies along with treatment of specific conditions to the foot, pastern and fetlock, cannon and splint bones, knee, upper foreleg, hock, upper hind leg, and back are studied. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Veterinary Technology Program and upper division standing or approval of the Director.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/01/2013 - 08/14/2014 

Institution Website:

www.tarleton.edu

Phone Number:

(254) 968-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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