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Fibrotic or Ossifying Myopathy in Horses
  by Robert N. Oglesby DVM

Introduction

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Fibrotic or ossifying myopathy is a mechanical lameness caused by improper healing of an old injury to a muscle belly. Scar tissue forms and the muscle loses its ability to stretch. The result is the appendage loses its ability to move through the normal range of motion. There are several muscles in the horse that seem to be predisposed to this complication. Either term fibrotic myopathy or fibrotic myositis are correct and whether it is fibrotic or ossified depends on the age and extent of the injury. This article discusses the clinical signs, treatment, and most importantly prevention following injury.
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Discussions on Fibrotic or Ossifying Myopathy & Myositis
  Titles Subtopics Posts Updated
iconOld mare with possible fibrotic myopathy1 28 Sep 30, 09
iconFM surgery1 6 Jan 30, 09
iconMuscle Tear1 17 Dec 15, 08
iconLong term results..FM1 1 Aug 30, 08
iconMyo facial release to help fibrotic myopathy..?1 17 Jul 12, 08
iconFIBROTIC MYOPATHY1 10 Jun 13, 08
iconRiding horse with old fm1 2 Sep 3, 07
iconOld Fibrotic/Ossifying Myopathy and Myositis1 2 Jun 17, 07
iconDenervation associated with fibrotic myopathy1 2 Feb 13, 07
iconFinding a surgeon? Fibrotic Myopathy1 6 Sep 28, 09
iconDMSO/Aloe Massage for Fibrotic Myopathy1 14 Aug 30, 08
iconFibrotic myopathy1 12 Jan 21, 08
iconFibrotic Myopathy1 2 Feb 14, 05
iconRecently diagnosed with FM-is Stall Rest necessary then??1 10 Jul 8, 08
iconTransection of Semitendinosus Tendon1 5 Jan 31, 08
iconRehab for fibrotic myopathy1 6 Jun 14, 07
iconMyositis1 3 Feb 22, 01
iconFibrotic Myopathy Surgery1 5 Jan 31, 08
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