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Kissing spine (also called dorsal spinous process impingement) is a spinal problem symptomatic of disc degeneration or trauma, that causes the spinous processes, the bones projecting from the vertebrae, to be too close together. As a result, they rub against each other, become inflamed, and create Back pain for the horse.
Mild kissing spine can be difficult to detect; however, some symptoms include being cold-backed -- showing annoyance and discomfort when saddled, when the girth is tightened, or when mounted -- resistance to going on the bit and rounding the back, reluctance to jump, extreme stiffness, and difficulty cantering correctly. Horses with this problem may trot fine, but be unable to maintain a three-beat canter without becoming disunited.
If you suspect your horse has kissing spine, a veterinarian can diagnose the problem using x-rays and ultrasonograms, or by performing a nerve block and asking the rider to work the horse under observation.
This problem can be corrected with complex surgery that includes cutting the supraspinous ligaments on each side of the spine, cutting off a portion of the spinous processes on the vertebrae, then suturing the ligaments and skin together again.
A long layoff can also cure kissing spine in some horses.
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Can you ride a horse with kissing spine?
Whether you can ride a horse with kissing spine, also called dorsal spinous process impingement, depends on the severity of the case. Some horses improve, or are even cured, by a long lay-up. Other horses have mild cases that allow for light riding, but not hard competition. A veterinarian can also ease a mild-to-moderate condition with cortisone injections. If you suspect your horse has kissing spine, consult your veterinarian for advice. He or she will be able to tell you how much riding, if any, is appropriate for your unique circumstances.
What are the possible sicknesses for a horse?
laminius colic cushings disease kissing spine etc....
Is a horse an invertibrate or vertibrate?
A horse has a spine, so is a vertebrate.
What age can horses get kissing spines?
Any age. It tends to develop with work and strain over time, but if a young horse has an impact that jolts the spine- for instance he consistently works very hard, falls on his nose and twists his neck, flips over, or falls on his rear, this can cause kissing spines at any age.
What is the bump on horse spine. It looks like a raised vertabrae. The horse is not in pain or lame.?
That depends on where the horse has this bump and if the horse has always had this bump. I don't know if this is what u r talking out but at the base of the spine thaT "bump" is called the withers. It is completely naturall every horse has it.
How do you tell if a creature is a vertebrate?
You can tell if a creature is a vertebrate if it has a spine or not. The word vertebrate comes from the sections of the spine which are called vertebrae.
How do you know if someone likes kissing you?
Ask them if they like kissing you and they should tell you straight forward.
How could you tell a person you care about them?
By kissing them.
Words to tell about kissing?
AND take time
How should you tell your valentine your feelings?
by kissing them
How can you tell if your boyfriend wants to tongue kiss while you're kissing?
I AM no expert on kissing but he starts to move his toung
How do you tell if its kissing spines or sacroiliac joints causing pain?
Veterinary Thermal Imaging can be used to detect which specific area of the back is causing the pain. Kissing spine is associated with distinctive warm root nerve signatures (hot spots). Likewise, Sacroiliac inflammation can be clearly detected using Veterinary Thermal Imaging. X-rays can then confirm the cause.
