Comparison of the Prevalence and Location of Trigger Points in Dressage and Show-Jumping Horses

Comparison of the Prevalence and Location of Trigger Points in Dressage and Show-Jumping Horses

Myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) are localized, hypersensitive areas in muscles that can cause pain and reduced performance. This study aimed to compare the prevalence and location of MTrPs in show-jumping and dressage horses. A secondary objective was to evaluate the potential of thermography, pre...

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Main Authors: Karine Portier, Camilla Schiesari, Lisa Gauthier, Lin Tchia Yeng, Denise Tabacchi Fantoni, Maira Rezende Formenton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-05-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
myofascial trigger point
equine pain
thermography
analgesia
muscle pain
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/15/11/1558
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