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Horse research discoveries   Horse Racing

Started 9/8/20 by gerchgo; 17840 views.
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gerchgo

From: gerchgo

Apr-9

I would think this article would be a “duh” moment- hard running surfaces increase injury???

https://paulickreport.com/horse-care-category/research-hard-footing-increases-risk-of-muculoskeletal-injury-in-harness-horses/

cigarello

From: cigarello

Apr-13

Sounds very promising:  I like the story of the mare who won a race!!!!!

gerchgo

From: gerchgo

May-27

Researchers have found some horses needing colic surgery have had heart damage. I’m not surprised since they’re such a fear /flight animal

https://paulickreport.com/horse-care-category/study-presence-of-cardiac-protein-found-to-impact-colic-severity/

Amy (1pony)
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From: Amy (1pony)

Jun-14

These should be used every day when a horse is on the track to spot abnormal stride before they race.

gerchgo

From: gerchgo

Jun-14

Yes! And like in Dale Roman’s case, if prevented an injury!

gerchgo

From: gerchgo

Jun-19

Interesting discovery on possible reason for breakdowns. This is a precursor to further research through discussions.

https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/269525/researchers-gene-variation-adds-to-breakdown-risk

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