Pre-purchase Examinations

The pre-purchase exam calls on the intuitive skills of the veterinarian to find any lameness and/or medical problems. The exam always includes a thorough history, physical exam, and neurologic exam. Next the musculoskeletal system is evaluated and in most cases certain joints will be imaged for evaluation. X-rays give you valuable information by which to base the purchase decision, a baseline for that particular horse and a basis for evaluating radiographic changes seen in that horse over time.

Digital Radiography

Misty Valley Equine features the DigiVet Equine Digital Radiography System from AFP Imaging packaged exclusively with Metron DR software. Digital radiographs are a version of traditional x-ray; where the image is processed via computer in high resolution identifying subtle abnormalities. The DigiVet System features a plate attached via a cable to the computer processor. Each r-ray appears on the screen seconds after it is taken and is stored digitally within the system. Images can be burned to CD or emailed to another veterinarian, as one often does for prepurchase examinations.

Digital Ultrasonography

Ultrasonography enables one to evaluate soft tissues such as tendons and ligaments, to identify and evaluate the process of healing. My digital system by Classic Medical provides excellent image detail along with the ability to store and share a digital image immediately with others. I can image structures within joints to assess damage to collateral ligaments, cartilage, and joint capsules. Deep structures such as pelvic sacro-iliac joints can be examined for signs of arthritis with the ultrasound also.

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