The Epidemiology of Musculoskeletal Injuries, Fatalities and Retirements in Thoroughbred Racehorses in Queensland, Australia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Kylie Crawford
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses

Risk factors associated with musculoskeletal injuries in Australian Thoroughbred racehorses

1997 ◽  
Vol 32 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 47-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
C.J. Bailey ◽  
S.W.J. Reid ◽  
D.R. Hodgson ◽  
C.J. Suann ◽  
R.J. Rose
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses

scholarly journals Clinical application of adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction in 3 Thoroughbred horses with superficial digital flexor tendonitis: Case Report

2018 ◽  
Vol 66 (4) ◽  
pp. 215
Author(s):  
P. TYRNENOPOULOU (Π. ΤΥΡΝΕΝΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ) ◽  
N. DIAKAKIS (Ν. ΔΙΑΚΑΚΗΣ) ◽  
S. ANGELOPOULOU (Σ. ΑΓΓΕΛΟΠΟΥΛΟΥ) ◽  
A. PYRROS (Α. ΠΥΡΡΟΣ) ◽  
E. MPAROUS (Ε. ΜΠΑΡΟΥΣ) ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adipose Tissue ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Stromal Vascular Fraction ◽  
Tendon Healing ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Adipose Derived Stem Cells ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses ◽  
Thoroughbred Horses ◽  
Rehabilitation Period ◽  
Potential Use

Tendon injuries are considered major causes of wastage in active Thoroughbred racehorses as they are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries in equine athletes. There has been considerable interest in the potential use of concentrated adipose tissue digest, such as stromal vascular fraction, in tendon overstrain injuries. It has been reported that the adipose-derived stem cells, which are present in stromal vascular fraction of adipose tissue, can promote neovascularization and improve healing process. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the potential effects of intralesional use of autologous adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction on tendon healing in three Thoroughbred active racehorses with moderate to severe superficial digital flexor tendonitis. Based on the results of this report it seems that intratendinous injection of autologous adipose-derived stromal vascular fraction leads to marked clinical improvement and reduction of rehabilitation period in racehorses suffering from superficial digital flexor tendonitis.

scholarly journals Appraising the Welfare of Thoroughbred Racehorses in Training in Queensland, Australia: The Incidence and Type of Musculoskeletal Injuries Vary between Two-Year-Old and Older Thoroughbred Racehorses

Animals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 2046 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kylie L. Crawford ◽  
Anna Finnane ◽  
Ristan M. Greer ◽  
Clive J. C. Phillips ◽  
Solomon M. Woldeyohannes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Poisson Regression ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Sesamoid Bone ◽  
Prospective Survey ◽  
Suspensory Ligament ◽  
Joint Injuries ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses ◽  
Period Data

Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) remain a concerning cause of racehorse morbidity and mortality with important ethical and welfare consequences. Previous research examining risk factors for MSI report inconsistent findings. Age is thought to affect MSI risk, but, to date, there have been no prospective studies comparing MSI in two-year-old versus older horses. This study aimed to: (1) determine the incidence of MSI for two-year-old and older horses, and whether this was affected by training track, season, or rainfall, and (2) determine the types of MSI affecting two-year-old and older horses, and whether horses trialled or raced after injury. A prospective survey was conducted with data collected through personal structured weekly interviews with participating trainers over a 13-month period. Data were analysed using Poisson regression. The incidence of MSI in the current study was low (0.6%). The incidence of MSI in two-year-old horses was higher than older horses (p < 0.001). Types of MSI varied between two-year-old and older horses (p < 0.001) and affected whether horses subsequently trailed or raced from 11 to 23 months after injury (p < 0.001). A larger proportion of two-year-old horses had dorsal metacarpal disease and traumatic lacerations. A smaller proportion of two-year-old horses had suspensory ligament desmitis, superficial digital flexor tendonitis, proximal sesamoid bone fractures, and fetlock joint injuries than older horses. Training track and rainfall did not affect MSI. The season affected MSI in two-year-old horses (p < 0.001) but not older horses. The major limitation was that trainers in this study were metropolitan (city) and our findings may not be generalisable to racehorses in regional (country) areas. Another significant limitation was the assumption that MSI was the reason for failure to trial or race after injury. In conclusion, the incidence of MSI was low in the current study and the types and the risk factors for MSI are different for two-year-old and older horses.

Epidemiologic characteristics of catastrophic musculoskeletal injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses

2007 ◽  
Vol 231 (11) ◽  
pp. 1703-1703
Author(s):  
Antonio M. Cruz ◽  
Zvonimir Poljak ◽  
Catherine Filejski ◽  
Mark L. Lowerison ◽  
Kyle Goldie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses ◽  
Epidemiologic Characteristics

scholarly journals The Effect of Different Types of Musculoskeletal Injuries on Blood Concentration of Serum Amyloid A in Thoroughbred Racehorses

PLoS ONE ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. e0140673 ◽  
Author(s):  
Agnieszka Turło ◽  
Anna Cywińska ◽  
Michał Czopowicz ◽  
Lucjan Witkowski ◽  
Artur Niedźwiedź ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Concentration ◽  
Serum Amyloid A ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Serum Amyloid ◽  
Amyloid A ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses ◽  
Different Types

Risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in 2-year-old Thoroughbred racehorses

2006 ◽  
Vol 74 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Cogger ◽  
N. Perkins ◽  
D.R. Hodgson ◽  
S.W.J. Reid ◽  
D.L. Evans
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses

Epidemiologic characteristics of catastrophic musculoskeletal injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses

2007 ◽  
Vol 68 (12) ◽  
pp. 1370-1375 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio M. Cruz ◽  
Zvonimir Poljak ◽  
Catherine Filejski ◽  
Mark L. Lowerison ◽  
Kyle Goldie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses ◽  
Epidemiologic Characteristics

scholarly journals Appraising the Welfare of Thoroughbred Racehorses in Training in Queensland, Australia: The Incidence, Risk Factors and Outcomes for Horses after Retirement from Racing

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 142
Author(s):  
Kylie L. Crawford ◽  
Anna Finnane ◽  
Ristan M. Greer ◽  
Clive J. C. Phillips ◽  
Solomon M. Woldeyohannes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Negative Binomial ◽  
Musculoskeletal Injuries ◽  
Medium Term ◽  
Term Outcome ◽  
Long Term Outcome ◽  
Involuntary Retirement ◽  
Thoroughbred Racehorses ◽  
Incidence Risk

There is international public concern regarding retirement of racehorses, including the reason for retirement and the outcome for horses after racing. However, there are currently no prospective studies investigating these factors. A recent independent inquiry in Queensland, Australia, highlighted that the true outcomes for horses after retirement from racing are largely unknown. Furthermore, there are currently no measures to monitor the outcome for racehorses and their welfare once they have left the care of the trainer. This study investigated these gaps in knowledge through a weekly survey conducted over a 13-month period. We aimed to evaluate: (1) the incidence of retirement, (2) the reasons and risk factors for retirement and (3) the medium-term (greater than 6 months) outcomes for horses after retirement. Data were collected through personal structured weekly interviews with participating trainers and analysed using negative binomial and logistic regression. There was a low incidence of retirements, namely 0.4% of horses in training per week. The season and training track did not affect the incidence of retirement. Musculoskeletal injuries were the most common reason for retirement (40/110 horses, 36%). Involuntary retirements accounted for 56/100 (51%) of retirements, whereby musculoskeletal injuries, respiratory or cardiac conditions and behavioural problems prevented the horse from racing The odds of voluntary retirement, whereby the horse was retired due to racing form or impending injury, increased with each additional race start (OR 1.05; p = 0.01) and start/year of racing (OR 1.21; p = 0.03) but decreased with increasing percentage of first, second and third places (OR 0.94; p < 0.001). Medium-term follow-up (median 14 months, IQR 11, 18, range 8–21) revealed that most horses (108/110; 98%) were repurposed after retirement, almost half as performance horses (50/110; 46%). Horses that voluntarily retired had 2.28 times the odds of being repurposed as performance horses than those retired involuntarily (p = 0.03). Whether retirement was voluntary or involuntary did not influence whether horses were used for breeding or pleasure. The primary limitation of this study is that our results reflect retirement in racehorses in South East Queensland, Australia, and may not be globally applicable. Furthermore, we were unable to monitor the long-term outcome and welfare of horses in their new careers. It is vital that the industry is focused on understanding the risks for voluntary rather than involuntary retirement and optimising the long-term repurposing of horses. There is a need for traceability and accountability for these horses to ensure that their welfare is maintained in their new careers.

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