ECC ECC Neurological Assessment & Pathology 2

Question 1

Which sign would most strongly indicate cervical vertebral stenotic myelopathy (Wobbler Syndrome) in a horse?

Accepted Answer

Progressive symmetric ataxia worse in the hindlimbs

Answer

Wobbler Syndrome typically presents as progressive, symmetric ataxia that is more pronounced in the hindlimbs due to spinal cord compression.

Question 2

A horse exhibiting head tilt, nystagmus, and circling is most likely affected by which condition?

Accepted Answer

Peripheral vestibular disease

Answer

Head tilt, nystagmus, and circling toward the affected side are classic signs of peripheral vestibular disease affecting the inner ear or CN VIII.

Question 3

In equine chiropractic, a 'neurological subluxation complex' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Altered joint motion causing neurological interference

Answer

A neurological subluxation complex describes a vertebral motion segment with altered mechanics that creates neurological interference without necessarily causing fracture.

Question 4

Which finding during neurological examination would be a contraindication to chiropractic adjustment in a horse?

Accepted Answer

Grade 1 ataxia with no imaging workup completed for a new case

Answer

Grade 1 ataxia in a new case without imaging is a relative contraindication because an undiagnosed compressive lesion could be worsened by adjustment.

Question 5

The Schiff-Sherrington posture in a recumbent horse suggests a lesion at which spinal level?

Accepted Answer

Thoracolumbar junction (T2–L3)

Answer

Schiff-Sherrington posture (rigid forelimb extension with hindlimb paralysis) indicates a severe thoracolumbar spinal cord lesion releasing inhibitory interneurons to the forelimbs.

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ECC ECC Neurological Assessment & Pathology 2