Has your horse had an MRI? I would love to hear the results. In todays Horse Mysteries Solved podcast, I’m sharing MRI results on a lame horse. Why would it matter? Because we discuss: -Were the results helpful? -What could have been done? -Why is the horse still lame? Plus: -Pros and cons of MRIs -Why MRIs can make you … Read More
Podcast Episode 44: 3 Things I Wish I had known–and why they will help you
When I went to vet school, I thought if I just learn everything about horses during these four years– really well– then I can help all the horses! I was so excited. Fast forward 30 years later, and I’m still excited about helping horses. But there’s 3 things about vet school that I wish I had known. So I’m sharing … Read More
Podcast Episode 43: Headshaking — real causes and solutions
Why haven’t scientists solved headshaking in horses yet? They know it’s a cranial nerve problem. Yet when scientists inspect the nerves, they can’t find anything wrong. That’s because it’s a nerve transmission problem, rather than a problem with the nerve itself. Care for the full explanation? It’s on today’s Horse Mysteries Solved? podcast. — Links Mentioned: Tucker BioKinetic University TBT … Read More
Podcast Episode 42: Kissing Spine — Part 2
If you listened to the last podcast of Horse Mysteries Solved, you know we talked about the true cause of kissing spine in horses. This podcast is a continuation: Kissing spine Part 2. The body has multiple compensation layers available to it. You may be familiar with this straightforward example: when the left leg hurts, the body puts more weight … Read More
Podcast Episode 41: Lamenesses that hide — kissing spine – part 1
I’m super excited about this kissing spine podcast. Why? Because I just had someone verify my theory! Weird and wonderful ideas you’ll hear on this Horse Mysteries Solved podcast: There is no evidence that kissing spine itself causes pain What could be causing kissing spine? Does the body do it on purpose? Why? Every horse with kissing spine that I’ve … Read More
Podcast Episode 40: Lamenesses that hide–coffin joints
Have you ever had a horse that just doesn’t show the same enthusiasm for work that he or she used to? Maybe a jumper who didn’t want to jump anymore? Or barrel racer who backs out of the box? There are many more examples of how horses show they’re not comfortable. On today’s Horse Mysteries Solved podcast, let’s chat about … Read More
Podcast Episode 39: Lameness that hides — Stiffness
Stiffness often starts subtly. It’s hard to tell if a horse is stiff, or “just getting old”. The Horse Mysteries Solved podcast out today talks about the two most common causes of stiffness and what to do about it. Stop injecting joints and try these easy tips first. Cheers, Renee Tucker, DVM Links Mentioned: –Where Does My Horse Hurt Book … Read More
Podcast Episode 38: Lameness that hides — stifle problems
Ever wonder what the vet is thinking when your horse has a tricky lameness, like stifle issues? In this Horse Mysteries Solved podcast, I share what vets are thinking regarding stifles. Then, we talk about alternative practitioners viewpoints. Most important takeaway? That the primary cause of chronic stifle issues is (about 80% of the time)…..in the opposite hind leg. “What?! … Read More
Podcast Episode 37: Antibiotics and Hoof abscesses
Whatever you do, don’t listen to this podcast while you’re eating. This short podcast on Horse Mysteries Solved talks about the do’s and don’ts of hoof abscesses. Summary: Summary by AI: Dr. Renee Tucker, an equine veterinarian with over 25 years of experience, discusses antibiotics in the context of hoof abscesses in horses. She explains that antibiotics, while effective against … Read More
Podcast Episode 36: Anti-inflammatories and the refrigerator
I’ve got a fun podcast for you today on Horse Mysteries Solved. We all think of inflammation as an area with heat, swelling, and pain…but what IS it? This podcast chat is about: -What inflammation actually is -Is inflammation good or bad? -What to do to help with inflammation -What to avoid As always, I look forward to your comments, … Read More
