Acupuncture Case – Jumper Mare Cassidy By: Dr. Gina Tranquillo This is a great case review for those of you may be competing your horse this show season and you want to have the extra edge in the ring. Does your horse perform in western performance, jumping, hunter pleasure, or English performance? How about dressage, […]
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APE Spring 2016 Newsletter
Spring 2016 Newsletter Welcome to spring! We hope everyone has been surviving the weird weather we have been having and wanted to update you on some recent equine health developments in Pennsylvania. Good luck with the upcoming show/trail/riding season! FYI – Sue will be out of the office on June 2 & 3 if you […]
Acupuncture Case – Musculoskeletal Performance
Musculoskeletal Performance Issues, Improving Blood FlowBy: Dr. Gina Tranquillo A Musculoskeletal Performance patient – Meet RAISING CANE (AKA – Cane) Cane is a Paint Gelding that is used a lot for showing at the intermediate level and higher. He is a “steady eddy” and really shines in the show ring in the disciplines of dressage […]
Acupuncture Client 23 year old gelding
Meet Spike a 23 year old Gelding Acupuncture client By: Dr. Gina Tranquillo Meet Spike, a 23 yo Thorouhbred gelding and a Acpuncture client. He has a history of voiding small amounts of urine frequently which prompted an examination by his veterinarian. He was found to have increased amounts of calcium in his urine and […]
What is Equine Sports Massage Therapy?
What is Equine Sports Massage Therapy By: Dr. Gina Tranquillo Equine Sports massage provides great therapeutic value to any horse’s life. Massage is an effective way to stimulate blood flow, enhance muscle tone, increase range of motion, alleviate pain and reduce inflammation. In addition, it is a great way to improve quality of life for […]
Acupuncture Case – Marley
Acupuncture Case and What is Aquapuncture By: Dr. Gina Tranquillo History – Meet Marley, a retired 25 year old Morgan x Quarter Horse gelding whom grazes the sunny pastures around his owner’s home throughout the year. Dr. Tranquillo was visiting him on a routine examination one winter day when his owner was showing concern for […]
EPM & Herpes Neurologic Presentation available!
Neurologic Information Session: We enjoyed supporting our equine community regarding hosting an informal client education session on focused on recent Neurologic issues. Our informal discussion on EPM and Herpes was on January 31, 2016 at Sals Pizza in Wind Gap, PA. Dr. Tera Ramig was there to help others understand these current diseases and provide […]
Alternative Equine Therapy Services for Spring 2016
Alternative Equine Therapy 10% off Specials Massage, Acupuncture and Chiropractic Savings Spring is almost here! Take advantage of our alternative services special during the months of February and March 2016. Get your athlete ready for the show season with Massage Therapy, Acupuncture and/or Chiropractic services. You can take 10% off these valued preventive and recovery […]
2016 Equine Wellness Plans are Here!
The 2016 Wellness Plans are back by popular demand. New this year is the Geriatric Plan for horses 15 years and older. This plan incorporates the essential vaccinations for older horses that are not competing and traveling as well as important blood work to screen for health problems (anemia, organ function, etc.) and monitor for […]
Emergencies of the Hoof
Emergencies of the Hoof – By: Dr. Gina Tranquillo Lacerations and wounds are common emergencies for veterinarians, especially after hours, but a horse shoe stuck in the foot? Well, Dr. Tranquillo was called out the evening before Halloween on emergency to see just this. Pictures are attached, so watch your queasy stomach! A foreign body […]