The Risk Factors for Musculoskeletal Injuries in Thoroughbred Racehorses in Queensland, Australia: How These Vary for Two-Year-Old and Older Horses and with Type of Injury

The Risk Factors for Musculoskeletal Injuries in Thoroughbred Racehorses in Queensland, Australia: How These Vary for Two-Year-Old and Older Horses and with Type of Injury

Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) continue to affect Thoroughbred racehorses internationally. There is a strong interest in developing training and management strategies to reduce their impact, however, studies of risk factors report inconsistent findings. Furthermore, many injuries and fatalities occu...

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Main Authors: Kylie L. Crawford, Anna Finnane, Clive J. C. Phillips, Ristan M. Greer, Solomon M. Woldeyohannes, Nigel R. Perkins, Lisa J. Kidd, Benjamin J. Ahern
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-01-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
racehorse
thoroughbred
epidemiology
wastage
musculoskeletal injury
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/2/270

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