All Things Joint

Hear why the equine joint is such a fascinating part of the horse’s anatomy...and such a key to soundness. Dr. Matt Durham takes us through the nuances of the joint, including cartilage, synovial fluid and the structures that allow it to perform its critical role in movement.

Dive deep into the world of equine ophthalmology with expert veterinarian, Dr. Elizabeth Curto, as she guides us through the unique anatomy of a horse’s eyes and discusses common conditions and treatments.

Expert veterinarians provide a granular look at the highly contagious bacteria Streptococcus equi, subspecies equi and the nuances of its prevention, detection and care.

Three expert veterinarians share the latest on how the emergence of the New World Screwworm is affecting livestock producers and the horse world alike. From travel restrictions to wound care, hear up-to-date commentary on what we know and progress on containment and eradication. 

Top sports medicine veterinarians discuss a whole-horse approach to building andmaintaining durable equine athletes and how to lay a foundation for health, soundness and longevity.

Join Certified Journeyman Farrier, Lee Olsen, and Equine Veterinarian and Board Certified Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Matt Durham, as they discuss breakover and its critical role in enabling efficient movement of the hoof and providing pivotal support for the distal limb joints and soft tissue.

Titans of the Icelandic horse world, Asta and Will Covert, walk us through the history and unique characteristics of this beloved breed, as well as the nuances of the U.S. and international Icelandic show circuit.

Building on the age-old adage, “No hoof, no horse,” Dr. Matt Durham guides us through nutrients critical to building and maintaining optimal hoof health for soundness and longevity in the horse.

What is colic, and why is it amongst a horse owner’s greatest fears and a veterinarian’s most significant challenges? Hear from renowned equine surgeons and colic experts, Drs. Diana Hassel and Liara Gonzalez, and learn how novelresearch, evolving diagnostics, new treatments and a firmer grasp on prevention are affording horses a better chance at survival and recovery than ever before.

Veterinarians Amy Polkes, DVM, DACVIM and Matt Durham, DVM, DACVSMR demystify nutrition and help answer the age-old question: what should I feed my horse and why?