What Diagnostics are Available for Common and Complex Equine Lameness?

Dr. Taralyn McCarrel's journey into equine lameness began with her early experiences riding and working at a barn. Recognizing the critical importance of soundness for both horses and riders, she developed a keen eye and ear for detecting lameness issues. Her passion for veterinary medicine led her to graduate from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2006. McCarrel specialized in large animal surgery and lameness diagnosis during her residency in Kentucky, where she gained extensive experience with racehorses and sport horses. McCarrel's dedication to equine well-being continues to drive her work to this day as Associate Professor, Large Animal Surgery at the Ontario Veterinary College. 

Computerised Tomography.

Working in referral hospitals has seasoned McCarrel to managing complex cases, often requiring advanced imaging and a nuanced approach to diagnostics. She highlights the importance of knowing when to use various diagnostic tools and offers clients options for either rapid, comprehensive diagnostics or a more stepwise, cost-effective approach. “I love being in an environment where I have all the toys to use when needed,” says McCarrel. “I think one of the advantages of being in environments where you've had access to all of these things, is learning when to use what.”