Here are a few of the most common conditions that horse owners and carers in South Africa encounter, and how to treat them with specialised coMra protocols.

coMra recently launched a new veterinary user guide for horses and cows. Here are a few of the most common conditions that horse owners and carers in South Africa encounter, and how to treat them with specialised coMra protocols.1

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FIVE MAJOR HORSE HEALTH ISSUES IN SOUTH AFRICA (AND HOW coMra CAN HELP)1,2

1. COLIC

Colic is a painful intestinal condition caused by gas, impaction or twisting of the intestines. It is a leading cause of death in horses worldwide.

  • GASTROENTEROLOGY 2 treats colic and impaction
  • UNIVERSAL 6 also treats colic and digestive disorders
  • GASTROENTEROLOGY 1 and 3 treat a wide variety of digestive conditions, including indigestion, gastritis, gastroenteritis, stomach ulcers and ulcerative colitis

2. LAMINITIS

Laminitis is a painful inflammatory hoof condition, which is usually linked to metabolic disorders and is often life-threatening.

  • SURGERY 6 treats laminitis and hoof injuries, including injuries after shoeing

3. EQUINE INFLUENZA

This is a highly contagious respiratory virus that causes cough, nasal discharge and fever.

  • UNIVERSAL 2 strengthens immunity and UNIVERSAL 3 provides support for healing and recovery
  • UNIVERSAL 4 supports recovery from illness and improves overall vitality
  • OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY 1 treats nasal symptoms such as rhinitis and nasal inflammation
  • OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY 2 treats inflammation of the throat and the larynx, as well as pharyngitis and laryngotracheitis
  • PULMONOLOGY 1 treats a wide range of respiratory problems, including bronchitis and pneumonia

4. CUSHING’S SYNDROME

Cushing’s syndrome is a hormonal disorder that typically affects older horses.

  • UNIVERSAL 5 can be used to treat Cushing’s syndrome, as well as stress, a weak heart and adrenal gland dysfunction

5. BABESIOSIS

A tick-borne disease that causes fever, jaundice and lethargy.

  • IMMUNOLOGY 1 treats babesiosis

coMra is a powerful modality and can give excellent results when used correctly. When using coMra treatments on an animal, be sure to follow all the usual safety precautions as you would do for any human patient.

References:

1 coMra-Therapy Case Report. Severe laceration of the subcutaneous tissues in the chest cavity of a horse. Nathalie Salvo. 2015.2 The biggest threats to horse health in South Africa – Farmer’s Weekly. Everand.