ECC Neurological Assessment & Pathology Flashcards
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Before performing cervical adjustments on a horse with suspected neurological signs, an equine chiropractor should:
Answer: Require veterinary diagnosis and imaging clearance first
AVCA and IVCA guidelines require that horses presenting with neurological signs have a veterinary workup before chiropractic intervention to rule out contraindicated pathology.
Which proprioceptive exercise is commonly recommended post-chiropractic adjustment to reinforce neurological correction in horses?
Answer: Carrot stretches and pole work
Carrot stretches and pole work stimulate proprioceptors in the neck and limbs, helping consolidate the neuromotor improvements gained from chiropractic adjustment.
A horse recovering from EPM may benefit from chiropractic care primarily because:
Answer: It can help restore spinal mobility and reduce secondary musculoskeletal dysfunction
Chiropractic care in EPM recovery addresses secondary musculoskeletal changes and altered movement patterns that develop during the disease process, complementing veterinary treatment.
When documenting neurological findings for a horse receiving chiropractic care, the practitioner should record:
Answer: Objective neurological grade, specific tests performed, and findings at each visit
Thorough documentation of objective neurological grades, specific tests, and findings at each visit ensures continuity of care and legal protection for the practitioner.
Which segment of the equine spine is the most common site of cervical vertebral stenotic myelopathy causing Wobbler Syndrome?
Answer: C3–C5
Wobbler Syndrome most frequently involves compression at C3–C5 in young horses, though C5–C7 is also common in mature horses.
An equine chiropractor notices Grade 2 hindlimb ataxia developing between treatment sessions in a horse previously assessed as Grade 0. The appropriate action is:
Answer: Immediately refer back to the attending veterinarian for reassessment
Progressive ataxia between sessions signals possible worsening of a compressive or inflammatory lesion, requiring urgent veterinary reassessment before any further chiropractic intervention.