Biochemical differences between distal limb extensor and flexor tendons among equine breeds selected for racing and sport

Verkade, M.E.; Hazeleger, E.; Lest, Chris H.A. van de; Back, Willem

doi:10.1016/j.tvjl.2020.105515

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“…The difference in the rupture pattern in FH tendons compared to other breeds may be due to different collagen distributions in FH tendons; it should be noted that the age range was relatively large, and exercise history was unknown (Verkade et al, 2019). As presented in Table 1, the mechanical properties of the CDET and CSA of the SDFT did not differ between breeds (Verkade et al, 2019(Verkade et al, , 2020. A summary of studies that have assessed quasi-static mechanical properties of SDFT and CDET in different cases under the influence of various conditions, such as ageing, breed, orthotic shoes, sex and activity, are shown in Table 1.…”

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Equine tendon mechanical behaviour: Prospects for repair and regeneration applications

Shojaee

2023

Veterinary Medicine & Sci

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Tendons are dense connective tissues that play an important role in the biomechanical function of the musculoskeletal system. The mechanical forces have been implicated in every aspect of tendon biology. Tendon injuries are frequently occurring and their response to treatments is often unsatisfactory. A better understanding of tendon biomechanics and mechanobiology can help develop treatment options to improve clinical outcomes. Recently, tendon tissue engineering has gained more attention as an alternative treatment due to its potential to overcome the limitations of current treatments. This review first provides a summary of tendon mechanical properties, focusing on recent findings of tendon mechanobiological responses. In the next step, we highlight the biomechanical parameters of equine energy‐storing and positional tendons. The final section is devoted to how mechanical loading contributes to tenogenic differentiation using bioreactor systems. This study may help develop novel strategies for tendon injury prevention or accelerate and improve tendon healing.

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Equine tendon mechanical behaviour: Prospects for repair and regeneration applications

Shojaee

2023

Veterinary Medicine & Sci

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Performance of Warmblood horses following tenoscopic desmotomy of the main part of the accessory ligament of the superficial digital flexor tendon for treatment of tendinopathy: 62 cases

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Chapman,

Heinzel‐Gutenbrunner

et al. 2024

Equine Veterinary Journal

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BackgroundDesmotomy of the accessory ligament of the superficial digital flexor tendon (AL‐SDFT) has been described for the treatment of superficial digital flexor tendon (SDFT) tendinopathy in Thoroughbred and Standardbred racehorses, and in event horses. To our knowledge, the outcome of this procedure has not been described in a population of warmblood horses.ObjectiveTo report on the outcome of treatment of SDFT tendinopathy in warmblood horses using tenoscopic desmotomy of the main part of the AL‐SDFT.Study designProspective observational case series.MethodsAll 62 horses included in the case series had uni‐ or bilateral SDFT tendinopathy within the metacarpal/carpal region. The following data were collected and analysed using crosstabulations: breed, age, sex, use, affected limb(s), duration of tendinopathy, lameness grade, type and size of the SDFT lesion, bi‐ or unilateral desmotomy, duration of surgery, intraoperative findings, intraoperative/post‐operative complications, duration of hospitalisation and outcome 24 months after surgery.ResultsForty‐six horses (75%) were sound with 31 (51%) of these horses performing at the same level as prior to injury. Recurrent SDFT injuries or persistent lameness was observed in 15 (25%) horses. Two horses (3%) developed septic tenosynovitis post‐operatively, one required euthanasia. Horses with lesions in the proximal third of the SDFT had a better outcome than those with lesions in the two distal thirds (OR = 4.71, 95% CI = 1.33–16.70).Main LimitationsThere were no control groups of horses with SDFT tendinopathy treated by conservative therapy, tenoscopic complete or conventional open desmotomy.ConclusionsTenoscopic desmotomy of the main part of the AL‐SDFT is a successful treatment for SDFT tendinopathy in warmblood horses, especially in proximal SDFT lesions.

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Biochemical differences between distal limb extensor and flexor tendons among equine breeds selected for racing and sport

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Equine tendon mechanical behaviour: Prospects for repair and regeneration applications

Equine tendon mechanical behaviour: Prospects for repair and regeneration applications

Performance of Warmblood horses following tenoscopic desmotomy of the main part of the accessory ligament of the superficial digital flexor tendon for treatment of tendinopathy: 62 cases

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