Next-Level Care for Equine Athletes: Woodside Clinic's Sports Medicine Program
At Woodside Equine Clinic in Ashland, Virginia, we take pride in pushing the boundaries of equine health care, especially when it comes to the discipline of sports medicine. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by equine athletes, our clinic provides state-of-the-art care that supports not just recovery but peak performance.
Our approach to sports medicine combines advanced diagnostics with innovative treatments, ensuring your horse can perform at its best.
Advanced Diagnostics for the Equine Athlete
Understanding the root cause of performance issues is essential to properly addressing them. Our clinic is equipped with the latest technology to offer comprehensive diagnostics:
- Dynamic Evaluation: Using our two riding rings with varying footing depths, we can detect even the most subtle lameness, ensuring accurate diagnosis.
- On-Site and Ambulatory Assessments: Whether at our clinic or your farm, our clinicians can evaluate your horse in its natural environment, offering convenience without compromising precision.
- State-of-the-Art Imaging: High-quality ultrasonography and computed radiography reveal intricate details of tendons, ligaments, and bones, identifying potential issues before they escalate.
Leading-Edge Treatment Options
Our commitment to your horse's health extends into innovative treatment methods, particularly in the realm of regenerative medicine:
- Shockwave Therapy: A pioneer in shockwave therapy since 2002, our clinic uses focused shockwaves to promote healing in soft tissue injuries.
- Biological Therapies: We harness the power of regenerative medicine, including:
- Stem Cell Therapy: Utilizing fat or bone marrow-derived stem cells to encourage the natural healing process.
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): Injecting PRP to stimulate recovery in soft-tissue lesions.
- IRAP Therapy: Harvesting your horse’s own anti-inflammatory factors for injection into affected joints, offering relief and recovery.
- Pro-Stride: Pro-Stride is a product that combines IRAP and PRP. It can be used in the field and in most cases will have a positive effect on the joint for approximately a year.
- Alpha 2EQ: Alpha 2EQ is a system that isolates and concentrates the Alpha 2 Macroglobulin (α2M) molecule from a horse’s blood. Learn more at alpha2eq.com.
- Joint Injections: Joint injections are used to treat inflammation of the joint leading to or caused by degenerative joint disease.
- Chiropractic Treatment: The goal of chiropractic treatment is to help joints restore to normal motion, reducing pain and stimulating nerve reflexes.
- Acupuncture: Acupuncture can help with musculoskeletal problems, performance enhancement, increased circulation, and alleviating pain.
Partnering for Peak Performance
We believe in a collaborative approach to care. Our team works closely with horse owners and referring veterinarians to develop personalized treatment plans that address both immediate concerns and long-term health and performance goals.
For detailed information on how our sports medicine services can support your horse, contact us. Together, we can create a plan for health, recovery, and unparalleled performance.