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Stud Research Review - Dr Gillian Tabor Aug 05, 2023

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At this time of year, many people are starting to use studs if they are eventing, show jumping on grass or concerned about their horse slipping in grass arenas etc. It is an often contested subject with lots of opinions and anecdotes, but sadly very little research. In this podcast, Dr Gillian Tabor will review one research article about using screw-in studs.

The Dr David Marlin Team are currently running a survey - Use of Screw-in Studs for Competition Horses – What do you think?

In this short survey, we are interested in understanding how and when studs are used. Finding out how stud holes are maintained, the perceived benefits of using studs and if there are any concerns relating to horse injury.

This anonymous survey consists of 14 questions, should take no more than 4 minutes to complete. The results will be shared on our website DrDavidMarlin.com and on our social media pages free for all to see.

If you would like to be entered into a draw to WIN A YEAR’S FREE MEMBERSHIP TO DRDAVIDMARLIN.COM just leave an email at the end of the survey. You will not receive any marketing information and your email will not be shared with any 3rd party.

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Equine Head Shaking - Dr David Marlin Jul 29, 2023

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Dr David Marlin looks at what is Headshaking, Head Flicking, Head Tossing, Trigeminal Mediated Headshaking

In Spring and Summer the number of cases of headshaking appears to increase, so if this a real increase or potential misdiagnosis? In this podcast, David discusses ….

What is headshaking
What are the triggers
What is the underlying cause
What options are there for treatment and management

We have LOTS of information on the website about head shaking in horses and TWO webinars by one of the leading research vets on the topic Dr Kirstie Pickles. You can find further learning here:

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Microcurrent Therapy – Dr Gillian Tabor Jul 08, 2023

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Following a succession of questions and interest in microcurrents in our Facebook Group Gillian has compiled this presentation to help us understand more about what it is and how it works. This was originally a webinar and the audio is used here as a podcast. To watch the webinar, head over to the website - https://drdavidmarlin.com/webinar-microcurrent-therapy-dr-gillian-tabor/

Dr Gillian Tabor discusses:

What microcurrent gadgets and equipment are on the market, and what are their marketing claims?
What is the research available to help us determine whether these microcurrent products work?
What is microcurrent? And how is it proposed to work?
What is Bioelectricity?
What is the effect on bone, skin, tendons, muscles and wound healing?
What studies and research can we draw upon?
Application – what, for how long and at what level?
Are there any side effects?

What are Gillians thoughts and evaluations of the therapy? Listen to find out!

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Dr David Marlin Talk at Mayfield School, Kent Jul 01, 2023

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Dr David Marlin gave an impromptu talk at the prestigious Mayfield School in Kent in June at the request of one of our members and pupils at the school, Flo Burnop. Flo arranged for David to speak to her fellow classmates, their parents and staff at the school.

David was delighted to chat and discuss his work, career, where his research has led him and how it has helped shape welfare guidelines for all our horses.

This was recorded outside at the Mayfield School's Equestrian Centre, and you may hear some general yard noises in the background.

Why is David considered the leading voice on these topics?

Dr David Marlin is one of the equine world’s leading scientists, he has worked at the forefront of equine research for over 30 years, David is the President of the UK National Equine Welfare Council and is the President of the Internationally established Sport Horse Welfare Foundation. In David’s illustrious career, he has:

Worked for over 25 years on equine thermoregulation.
Has had 200+ equine scientific papers published.
Worked with endurance horses in the Gulf.
Advised the racing industry on the prevention of injury and better management protocols.
Worked with the UK Government on legislation.
Worked with numerous charities on thermal stress.
Worked at the 1996 Atlanta, 2004 Athens, 2008 Bejing, 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games and 2018 Tryon World Equestrian Games.
Authored the FEI Guidelines for the National Federations on the management of horses in thermally challenging conditions.
And for 15 years, David held the position of Senior Scientist and Head of Physiology at the Animal Health Trust.

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What is core stability? Presented by Dr Gillian Tabor Jun 24, 2023

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What is core stability?

What is the core considered to be, and what also could be included?

What is the anatomy of the core?

What do we mean by stability?

What research is there on core stability in horses?

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Alfalfa, Camelina, Canola Oil, Baking Soda and Gastric Ulcers Jun 17, 2023

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When Alfalfa, Camelina, Canola Oil and Baking Soda are recommended for equine gastric ulcers - do they work?

Why are social media and online "experts" recommending them, and is there ANY science to back up the claims?!

Camelina oil and canola oil

what is it and where does it come from?
what is it good for?
what are the drawbacks?
what oils would be better?
can oil have any positives for horses suffering from gastric ulcers?

Alfalfa chaff/pellets

how does alfalfa alter stomach acid?
where does this information come from
what studies have been conducted into alfalfa being fed to horses with gastric ulcers? And what can they tell us?
what are the differences between the chaff and pellets

Baking soda

why would this be suggested for horses with gastric ulcers?
what are the problems with baking soda?
are there any better options?

Check out the website for more articles, videos and information about how to help and support a horse with gastric ulcers.

Here are a few useful links:

Camelina oil and Canola oil for horses with gastric ulcers

Feed Materials In Focus – Is Feeding Corn Oil Good for Treating or Preventing Equine Gastric Ulcers?

EGUS – Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome

Gastric ulcer supplements for horses under the spotlight

Webinar – Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome – Dr Kirstie Pickles

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Dealing with the heat, Horses in HOT weather - Dr David Marlin Jun 12, 2023

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Dr David Marlin looks back at his research and work over the last 30 years for the FEI at the Olympic Games into helping horses deal with heat.

What can you do to help your horse deal with the heat and rapid increases in heat that they are unprepared for?

We must avoid horses getting too hot and overheating, which can happen during competition.

Acclimatisation - when and how can you do this? BUT is this possible when we have had cold weather over the last few weeks and months?
Avoid the heat? Is this possible?
Change the competition to help horses. What can you do to help your horse? Have you thought about the warm-up and how you can modify it?
Turn out time, position, and which environment is best?
Cooling rugs, spraying and shade.
Travelling during hot periods - what and when is best?
When to offer water?
Electrolytes

What should you look for if you are concerned your horse is overheating?

What to do with a HOT horse!

We have LOTS of information on the website to help you keep your horses safe in hot weather, heat waves and extreme changes in temperature.

Hot weather advice – Keep your horse safe in hot weather

What temperature is too hot for horses?

Best Practice for horses in a Heatwave

Horses, Heat, Sweating, Cold-Water, Cooling & Scraping

Planning on competing in the heat?

HEATWAVE poster – print and share

Why is David considered the leading voice on this topic?

Worked for over 25 years on equine thermoregulation.
Has had 200+ equine scientific papers published.
Worked with endurance horses in the Gulf.
Advised the racing industry on the prevention of injury and better management protocols.
Worked with the UK Government on legislation.
Worked with numerous charities on thermal stress.
Worked at the 1996 Atlanta, 2004 Athens, 2008 Bejing, 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games and 2018 Tryon World Equestrian Games.
Authored the FEI Guidelines for the National Federations on the management of horses in thermally challenging conditions.
And for 15 years, David held the position of Senior Scientist and Head of Physiology at the Animal Health Trust.

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Objective gait assessment and movement asymmetry - Dr Gillian Tabor Jun 05, 2023

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In this podcast, Gillian covers the development of technology for assessing gait and speaks about how reliable visual assessment is. She covers the basics of what the technology is able to measure and some of the key papers that report on research looking into the amount of movement asymmetry seen in normal horses, and how treating with NSAID affects it.

Want to hear more from Gillian or watch some of her videos, then head over to the website to see lots more!

https://drdavidmarlin.com/?s=gillian

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Objective gait assessment and movement asymmetry - Dr Gillian Tabor

References to the papers discussed:

Bragança, F.S., Rhodin, M. and Van Weeren, P.R., 2018. On the brink of daily clinical application of objective gait analysis: What evidence do we have so far from studies using an induced lameness model?. The Veterinary Journal, 234, pp.11-23.

Persson-Sjodin, E., Hernlund, E., Pfau, T., Haubro Andersen, P., Holm Forsström, K. and Rhodin, M., 2019. Effect of meloxicam treatment on movement asymmetry in riding horses in training. Plos one, 14(8), p.e0221117.

Marunova, E., Hoenecke, K., Fiske-Jackson, A., Smith, R.K., Bolt, D.M., Perrier, M., Gerdes, C., Hernlund, E., Rhodin, M. and Pfau, T., 2022. Changes in Head, Withers, and Pelvis Movement Asymmetry in Lame Horses as a Function of Diagnostic Anesthesia Outcome, Surface and Direction. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, 118, p.104136.

Rhodin, M., Egenvall, A., Haubro Andersen, P. and Pfau, T., 2017. Head and pelvic movement asymmetries at trot in riding horses in training and perceived as free from lameness by the owner. PLoS One, 12(4), p.e0176253.

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Testing Saddle Half Pads - Dr David Marlin May 09, 2023

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Dr David Marlin discusses - Why do we use saddle pads?

The reasons we might use a saddle pad could include:

Keeping the saddle clean
Wicking sweat
Improving saddle fit
To reduce saddle movement
Distribute rider and saddle forces more evenly and prevent high-pressure points
Fashion

Of these, probably the most important are distributing saddle forces evenly and reducing saddle movement.

How can you choose which saddle pad is best for your horse?

BUT which of these is the most important?

How can you choose which Saddle Pad is best for your horse?

How have we tested these pads?

WHICH PADS DID WE TEST?!

AND… The results!

To see the full article and to watch the webinar follow the links below.

ARTICLE WITH TABLE OF RESULTS - https://drdavidmarlin.com/saddle-pads-tested-april-2023/

WEBINAR ABOUT THE TESTS AND RESULTS - https://drdavidmarlin.com/webinar-saddle-half-pads-tested-dr-david-marlin/

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Apple Cider Vinegar, Aloe Vera and Sweet Potatoes... by Dr David Marlin Apr 29, 2023

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What do Apple Cider Vinegar, Aloe Vera and Sweet Potatoes have in common?

They are all things that "internet experts" are recommending for horses...

Dr David Marlin investigates the questions:

Can I feed my horse sweet potatoes?
Are sweet potatoes beneficial to horses with gastric ulcers?
What does the science tell us, and what research is there into sweet potatoes and gastric ulcers?
Is Aloe Vera helping horses prone to gastric ulcers?
What are the animal studies that lead to concerns about Aloe Vera?
Are there any benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV), if any?
Is there any science behind ACV?
What are the false claims behind ACV?
What are the dangers of acidic feeds?

If you want to learn more read our feeding articles on the website -

Aloe vera – is this a good option for horses prone to gastric ulcers?

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