Equine BodyWorks USA 

Diagnostic imaging modalities may be divided into anatomic and physiologic. Anatomic imaging such as x-ray, pinpoints anatomic structures affected, but only gives a static image of the disease process and does not have the ability to see soft tissue conditions.

Thermal imaging is a physiologic imaging modality which detects changes in blood flow and metabolism, and has the ability  not only to see tissue conditions but can also recognize areas that are indicative of anatomical issues.

Equine Thermal Imaging is:

• Non-Invasive and completely safe (No harmful radiation)
• Fast, taking about 20 - 30 minutes for a full horse scan
• Scans are done at your location, you won’t have to trailer
• Reports are reviewed and interpreted by a Veterinarian specialized in Equine Thermography
• Costs are reasonable and include Veterinary interpretation.
• Discounts are available for multiple horses at the same location

Case Study:

In the image above, Thermal Imaging detected nerve damage in the Right Front Leg in a horse that showed no lameness or diagnositc changes in this affected leg, but which had been demonstrating compensatory lameness in the Left Front Leg.

Used extensively in the equine world since the 1996 Olympic Games, infrared thermal imaging inspections are a safe, cost effective, quick and non-contact method of examining a horse to identify and locate the source of problems or injuries.

Infrared thermal imaging is a complementary tool to be used in conjuction with your veterinarian's services.  It is beneficial for use in these 3 areas: Preventative Screening, Diagnostic Identification & Treatment Monitoring.

• Pre-Purchase Inspection to confirm no hidden problems

• Analyze saddle fit
  
• Monitor competition horses during training to identify lesions or soft tissue problems up to 3 weeks prior to onset of symptoms

• Source of non-specific lameness

• Miscellaneous strains, sprains and injuries

• Circulatory problems

• Infection/abscesses
• Suspensory ligament tears
• Tendon tears

• Nerve damage
• Sacroiliac problems

• Kissing spine, other primary spinal lesions
• Cervical problems

• Fractures
• Arthritis
• Musculoskeletal injuries, pulls, tears, strains, avulsions
• Damage from ill-fitting saddles and tack, imbalanced riders
• Hoof problems – ringbone, laminitis, imbalanced hooves

• Of ongoing conditions to assess improvement or deterioration during treatment
  
• Of hoof lameness, maintenance and balance

• 30 strategic images are taken of the horse’s body and hooves
• Images are uploaded to our Network Veterarians for analysis
  
• Images reveal primary physical issues, the potential effects, and additional diagnostic steps to take with your local veterinarian

• Bridging, rocking, balance, friction and pressure points revealed
• Studies show that the majority of saddles don't fit. Thermal imaging can show you.
  
• 30 - 40 minutes in duration
  

• Images are analyzed by veterinarian trained in thermography
• Report contains an overview letter, image-by-image analysis,  identification of problems and asymmetries, and detailed recommendations to your local veterinarian for follow-on diagnostic steps and a treatment plan, if appropriate.
• Report arrives in 36-72 hrs. 24-hr service is available.
• Vet-to-Vet consultation is  available if desired.

In the image above, Thermal Imaging was used during a live action assessment on a horse with non-specific hind end lameness.  A stifle lesion was identified while the horse was being lunged.