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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In today’s episode, Dr. Colton Ramstrom joins Dr. Alberto Rullan as they delve into the complexities of diagnosing Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) through a real-life case. They focus on navigating the intricate process of diagnosing this neurological disease, including the necessary steps, challenges, and considerations.

In this episode you’ll learn about:
• What the steps are involved in diagnosing EPM.
• The importance of consistent clinical exams and the limitations of bloodwork, which only indicates previous exposure to the pathogen rather than active disease.
• What the role of antibodies has in detecting past exposure, explained through a simple analogy by Dr. Alberto Rullan.
• The use of a CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) tap to obtain critical information about inflammation or infection, and the methods for safely performing this procedure.

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions regarding EPM Diagnosing, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Be sure to subscribe, follow and rate this podcast- we appreciate immensely! See you back here next week for more helpful tips and guidance on improving the mindful care of your horse’s health! 

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In today’s episode, we’re diving into a deeply personal and challenging topic in equine health: laminitis. Stuart’s Story is one that highlights the struggles and triumphs of dealing with this devastating disease. Dr. Alberto Rullan discusses the intricacies of laminitis, including its impact, treatment options, and the importance of early detection.

In this episode you’ll learn about:
•The heart-wrenching case of Stuart, a beautiful and strong horse who began showing symptoms of laminitis seemingly out of nowhere.
•What the multi-modal approach is in terms of treating laminitis, and how it is all aimed at alleviating discomfort and supporting recovery.
•The vital importance of diet control in managing laminitis, using additional therapies in supporting a horse's recovery, as well as the need for mental stimulation to help prevent depression during the healing process.
•Why early detection and prompt action are crucial in fighting laminitis, and how Stuart’s successful recovery highlights the difference early intervention can make compared to cases where treatment is delayed.

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions regarding Stuart’s story, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Don’t forget to follow, subscribe and meet back here next week for more great tips and guidance on improving and taking care of your horse’s health! 

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In today’s episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan discusses the protocols to take after an event or competition to ensure the proper recovery of your horse, that is paramount to maintaining its health and performance. Whether it is a race, a show, or any strenuous activity, your horse's well-being should be your top priority as a horse owner and trainer. Stay tuned to be tapped into the conversation!

In this episode you’ll learn about:
• What is pre-recovery preparation, and how does it help to ensure your horse is in great athletic shape through proper warm-ups and preparation before an event or competition?
• The importance of immediate post-event care after a show or competition.
• Assessing different workloads and limits by understanding the intensity of the horse's exertion and its limits as an owner or trainer.
• How to implement a structured recovery plan including cool-down, hydration, and monitoring of the horse's condition post-event and or competition.

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about after-event or competition recovery and conditioning, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode!

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In today’s episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan discusses a common question he gets asked every day that is not injury related! The topic he’ll be covering is how to bring a horse out from an extended period of rest back into its full athletic potential. Stay tuned to learn more insight and tips!

In this episode you’ll learn about:
• A particular case where a horse had experienced an extended amount of rest not due to an injury.
• How to then bring a horse back from this rest period into being more active again.
• The different protocols that are divided over three weeks to ensure that your horse reaches its full athletic potential.
• Why it is important to slowly ease your horse into these protocols rather than rushing the process.

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about bringing horses back from extended rest, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode!

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In today’s episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan discusses everything you need to know about summer sores/HBOT treatments. As summer is quickly approaching, heading into the warmer weather and in the thick of bug season, Dr. Alberto Rullan shares what causes summer sores, ways to prevent them, as well as providing insightful ways to go about helping your horse who may be dealing with summer sores. Stay tuned to be tapped into the conversation!

In this episode you’ll learn about:
• What granular dermatitis, also known as a summer sore, is and how it affects your horse.
• Ways you as an owner can go about dealing with a summer sore on your horse.
• The HBOT treatment is used by a vet to help get rid of summer sores and or help heal the wound safely.
• Ways to go about preventing summer sores in your horse.

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about summer sores/HBOT treatment, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode!

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, special guest Dr. Adam Pendleton returns to discuss everything you need to know concerning laminitis disease and how it affects horses. As laminitis disease is a damaging condition that can be fatal in some cases, Dr. Adam Pendleton publicizes the importance of being aware of the signs of laminitis disease in your horse. Stay tuned to be tapped into the conversation!

In this episode you’ll learn about:
• Dr. Adam Pendleton’s definition of what laminitis disease is in horses.
• What laminitis disease looks like in horses and how it specifically affects them.
• The three specific types of laminitis disease that can appear in horses.
• All the different ways and techniques that can be used when faced with an emergency.

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine podiatry, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! 

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan brings back special guest Dr. Adam Pendleton for a second time to further discuss podiatry in greater detail. They specifically focus closely on the fundamentals and science behind shoeing, as well as everything that it entails. Stay tuned for another insightful episode with special guest, Dr. Adam Pendleton!

In this episode you’ll learn about:
• Dr. Pendleton’s explanation of the four different lengths of feet.
• The type of foot length that surprisingly has the highest percentage of foot lameness out of all the foot lengths according to Dr. Pendleton’s experiences.
• Important and helpful tips regarding foot lengths that Dr. Pendleton highly recommends for all horse owners.
• What Dr. Pendleton suggests in terms of how to use the system of mechanical optical on each horse that has a mismatched foot.

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine podiatry, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! 

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan introduces another special guest, Dr. Adam Pendleton, as he speaks about his journey with finding his interest in equine podiatry and shares his knowledge and insight through his twenty-five years of expert experience! Stay tuned to be tapped into the conversation!

In this episode you’ll learn about:
• Dr. Adam Pendleton’s background with horses, as well as questioning what sparked his interest in equine podiatry as a niche interest.
• What Dr. Adam Pendleton’s university journey looked like and what led him to graduate with an animal science degree when he was an undeclared major.
• Why it took Dr. Adam Pendleton so long to go to veterinary school after having a passion and love for taking care of horses.
• What Dr. Adam Pendleton practice primarily consists of and where this leaves him now in terms of furthering his career. 

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine podiatry, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! 

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan wraps up the conversation about equine arthritis with Dr. Colton Ramstrom as they answer any last questions regarding equine arthritis and joint specifics that are important to know! You won’t want to miss the concluding statements from Dr. Alberto Rullan and special guest Dr. Colton Ramstrom about equine arthritis! Be sure to go back and listen to Part 1 and Part 2 if you missed them! 

In this episode you’ll learn about:

• The overall difference between lower limb joints and sacroiliac joints and how they may affect the horse’s range of motion.
• How to guarantee that you are in the exact and correct spot for the joint injection.
• What blocking sacroiliac joints is, the problems that come with it, and how it affects horses. 
• All the science and research that has been put into using acupuncture and working alongside a chiropractor for your horse. 

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine arthritis, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! 

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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan brings Dr. Colton Ramstrom as the special guest again to further discuss equine arthritis; focusing primarily on experiences and treatments regarding arthritis affecting the upper body. Stay tuned to hear more about the effects of upper body arthritis on your horse, and exclusive advice for what products you should stay away from, from Dr. Colton Ramstrom! 

In this episode you’ll learn about:

• How arthritis affects the upper body in your horse, specifically targeting the back and neck. 
• How to determine where the problem is located and where the arthritis is in your horse. 
•The experiences and treatments as discussed in greater depth by Dr. Colton Ramstrom regarding upper body arthritis. 
•The products that Dr. Colton Ramstrom does not recommend using for upper body arthritis in your horse. 

If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine upper-body arthritis, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! 

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