A sterile environment is crucial when injecting joints.
Our veterinary team takes all precautions possible to ensure an effective and safe treatment.
๐ฅ Dr. Andrea Shuck wraps up a horseโs coronet band/pastern area after a joint injection.
Dr. Todd Thompson | 770-206-0282
Dr. Jennifer Melcher | 770-652-4926
Dr. Christine Murray | 770-652-3731
Dr. Andrea Shuck | 770-686-8912
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Horse Hocks 101:
The hock is a complex joint that's the equivalent of a human ankle. The hock absorbs and transmits forces generated by the hind limbs, and allows the horse to maintain balance and generate thrust.
The hock is made up of four joints, 10 bones, ligaments, tendons, and fluid. The largest joint is the tarso crural joint (TCJ), which is a high motion joint.The TCJ is where the greatest range of motion in the hock is.
The other three joints are the proximal intertarsal (PIT), distal intertarsal (DIT), and tarsometatarsal (TMT).
Your veterinarian might recommend hock injections for your horse to treat pain and inflammation in the hock joint, which can improve your horse's comfort and performance.
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As a show barn, we credit our success over the years to having an exemplary team for each horse.
Weโve used Dr. Thompson and his associates for over 20 years and they are an integral part of the team!
We really appreciate that each vet from TAEM understands performance horses and that we can lean on the individual associates when we need more specialized care.
The guidance we receive from the vets at TAEM is incredible and we trust their opinion!
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Just like our nails, horse hooves grow continuously and need regular trimming, typically every 6-8 weeks, to stay healthy. A saying goes: โNo hoof, no horse.โ Proper care of a horse's hooves is essential for overall wellbeing and performance.
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Dr. Todd Thompson of Thompson & Associates Equine Medicine drains and injects a swollen tendon sheath on a sport horse. #sporthorse #taem #horsevet #equinewellness #horsetrainer #equestrianlife
Behind every sporthorse is a dedicated, specialized team. ๐ค
From your farrier to your trainer and everyone in between, TAEM is proud to be a part of your TEAM.
Does your horse have the support he needs and deserves?
๐ Our team of experienced and diverse veterinarians are ready to help you reach the top of the leaderboard with your equine partner.
Reach out to one of our veterinarians directly to set up an appointment:
Dr. Todd Thompson | 770-206-0282
Dr. Jennifer Melcher | 770-652-4926
Dr. Christine Murray | 770-652-3731
Dr. Andrea Shuck | 770-686-8912
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๐ด Providing personalized care for sporthorses in the North Atlanta area for over three decades ๐ด
Thompson & Associates Equine Medicine is comprised of five well-rounded and experienced veterinarians that use their experience and knowledge to provide the best support to the equine community of Canton, GA and the surrounding areas.
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A dynamic duo, ready to work with your horse!
On our team at TAEM, we have two vets that are certified in Equine Spinal Manipulation!
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Equine Spinal Manipulation is an effective therapy for restoring the normal range of motion of joints and the surrounding muscle units thereby improving gait mechanics and decreasing the potential risk of repetitive use injuries.
Reach out to Dr. Christine or Dr. Andrea directly for any questions or to set up an appointment!
Dr. Christine Murray | 770-652-3731
Dr. Andrea Shuck | 770-686-8912
(๐ฅ: Dr. Christine Murray)
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Whether you are just checking on your horse or responding to an emergency, it is good to know a horseโs normal vital signs.
๐ก๏ธ A horseโs temperature (at rest) should be between 99 and 101 degrees Fahrenheit.
Their temperature needs to be taken rectally, so make sure you have a reliable thermometer on hand.
๐ซ A horseโs pulse (at rest) should stay between 28 and 40 beats per minute.
A horseโs pulse is best taken right behind their shoulder in the lower girth area. It is measured the easiest with a stethoscope, but can also be felt by hand under their jaw.
๐ซ A horseโs respiration (at rest) should be anywhere between 8 and 16 breaths per minute.
Their respiration can be measured by counting how many times their diaphragm expands and falls in one minute, or how many times their nostrils flare and relax in one minute.
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