Ultrasonographic evaluation of the supraspinous ligament in a series of ridden and unridden horses and horses with unrelated back pathology

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Injury to the supraspinous ligament (SSL) is reported to cause back pain in the horse. The diagnosis is based on clinical examination and confirmed by ultrasonographic examination. The ultrasonographic appearance of the supraspinous...

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Main Authors: Knezevic Sabina, Lamas Luis, Henson Frances MD, Jeffcott Leo B
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-03-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1746-6148/3/3