By Kenneth W Hinchcliff, Andris J. Kaneps and Raymond J. Geor
Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery 3rd Edition PDF provides a comprehensive guide to exercise physiology and training within a clinical context, along with a detailed review of all diseases affecting horses used in racing and competition. Not only does this text discuss the physiological responses of each body system to exercise, but it covers nutritional support, the prevention of exercise-induced disorders and lameness, and modification of training regimens. New to this edition are topics such as drug effects on performance and the use of cloud-based technologies for monitoring performance. Written by an expert team of international authors led by Dr.　Kenneth W. Hinchcliff, this authoritative, all-in-one resource is also available as an eBook on Expert Consult with each new print purchase.
Table of Contents
Section 1: The Horse as an Athlete
History and modern aspects of equine exercise physiology
Welfare considerations and the role of veterinarians
Laboratory and field exercise testing
Utilization of technology in monitoring and training horses
Conditioning programs and genetic basis of performance
Section 2: Musculoskeletal System and Lameness
Muscle physiology and disorders
Epidemiology of orthopedic injuries
Skeletal physiology and injuries
Tendon, ligament, and joint physiology
Objective measurement and diagnosis of lameness
Diseases and treatments related to the foot and distal limbs
Section 3: Respiratory System
Upper and lower airway function during exercise
Disorders of the nasopharynx, larynx, and trachea
Noninfectious and infectious respiratory diseases
Pulmonary hemorrhage and control of infectious diseases
Section 4: Cardiovascular System
Cardiac function during exercise and adaptations
Arrhythmias and structural heart diseases
Diseases of the large vessels
Section 5: Metabolism and Nutrition
Energy metabolism and nutrient requirements
Principles of ration design for athletic horses
Section 6: Body Fluids, Electrolytes, Acid-Base, and Thermoregulation
Fluid and electrolyte balance during exercise
Acid-base physiology and abnormalities
Thermoregulation and heat-related illnesses
Section 7: Hematology, Biochemistry, and Immunity
Evaluation of clinicopathological abnormalities
Exercise-induced changes in hematologic and biochemical variables
Exercise and immunity in horses
Section 8: Gastrointestinal System
Disorders such as gastric ulcers, sand enteropathy, and colic
Interaction of diet and exercise with gastrointestinal function
Section 9: Behavior
Equine behavior, learning, and motivation
Behavioral abnormalities and stereotypies
Section 10: Vision
Equine vision and disorders related to performance
Section 11: Veterinary Management of Athletic Horses
Specific aspects of training, conditioning, and competing in various disciplines
Management of aged equine athletes and reproductive considerations
Emergency procedures, first aid, and pre-purchase examinations
Section 12: Drug and Medication Use in Athletic Horses
Detection of drug use and its effects on performance
