The Use Of Trigger Point In Horses´ Forelimb

Nicoli, Héloïse Jeannine Françoise

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Nicoli, Héloïse Jeannine Françoise

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Kanoun-Boulé, Myriam

Abstract(s)

Os problemas de locomoção dos cavalos são uma das principais causas de consultas veterinárias. Os Trigger Points, que são áreas localizadas hipersensíveis no tecido muscular, acompanhadas de nódulos palpáveis, contribuem para a dor miofascial. Apesar da extensa investigação sobre o tema, os mecanismos exactos subjacentes ao desenvolvimento dos Trigger Points permanecem especulativos. Esta dissertação tem como objetivo enumerar os Trigger Points, a sua fisiologia e etiologia, identificar os principais Trigger Points nos membros anteriores dos cavalos, o seu impacto nos exames físicos dos cavalos e explorar as técnicas terapêuticas utilizadas para tratar os Trigger Points, aliviar a dor e restaurar o desempenho desportivo dos cavalos.

Locomotion issues in horses are a primary cause for veterinary consultations. Trigger points, are hypersensitive localized areas within muscle tissue accompanied by palpable nodules, contribute to myofascial pain. Despite extensive research on the topic, the precise mechanisms underlying trigger point development remain speculative. This dissertation aims to enumerate trigger points, their physiology and etiology, identify the main trigger points in the forelimbs of horses, their impact on physical examinations of horses, and explore therapeutic techniques used to treat trigger points, to alleviate pain, and restore the horses’ sporting performance.