Equine Thermography

Infrared thermographic imaging of the Equine has proved to be a valuable tool in the diagnosis and prognosis of the injured Equine.

It is often difficult in veterinary medicine to make a true diagnosis of injury due to changing symptoms or the lack of visibly recognisable symptoms. Add this to the patient's inability to communicate and we are then faced with frustration for the vet, trainer, therapist, farrier, Equine professional and disillusionment to the client.

Equine thermography is a non-invasive diagnostic tool that uses the very latest Infrared imaging equipment and computer software to detect minute differences in the horse's thermal and neural condition and allows us to quickly and efficiently identify trauma in an injured animal. By identifying the location of the injury we can prevent further trauma, make a decision on treatment needed and monitor the recovery.

Extensive research in human and equine fields has demonstrated that many injuries and physical conditions can be accurately detected using Equine Themography before any physical signs and symptoms are visibly apparent, and it provides a unique way to monitor a horses recovery from intense activity, injury and illness.

Unlike conventional X-rays and MRI scans, Equine Thermographic Imaging does not use any radiation and is therefore perfectly safe for the horse and the handler. In most cases the results of Thermographs can be provided instantly to enable vets, owners and equine therapists and professionals to make prompt diagnoses and begin appropriate treatment.

Equine Thermographic imaging is performed using portable equipment that means it is a user friendly and imaging can be carried out "in the field" making Equine Thermography an invaluable diagnostic tool.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERMOGRAPHY TECHNICIANS PROVIDE A SERVICE IN INFRARED IMAGING AND DO NOT MAKE A DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION. THE EVALUATION WILL BE INTERPRETED & GIVEN BY A VET ONLY