AAEP Foundation Asks Veterinarians to Submit Cases for Laminitis Study
 First Laminitis Research Project study attempts
to identify ris... More »
AAEP Foundation/Markel Insurance Company Honor Top-Achieving Veterinary Students with Scholarships
 Eight outstanding equine veterinary students selected for schola... More »
New Jersey Practitioners Selected for 2011 Good Works for Horses Award
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Convention Attracts 6,400 to San Antonio
 The 57th Annual Convention of the American Association of Equine... More »
Florida Practitioner Dr. John Mitchell Leads the AAEP in 2012
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Kkissing spines, overriding dorsal spinous processes: a touching oroverriding of the vertical (dorsal) spinous processes of the vertebrae. The primary sign generally is pain on palpation over the backbone and the long muscles beside it. Depending on the location and extent of the problem, the horse's gait may be restricted. Treatment options may include rest, injection of the area with medication to block inflammation and pain, acupuncture, ultrasound or surgery. |
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