Today, a very successful method in evaluating lameness in horses is done through the use of thermography cameras.

The cameras can detect minimal changes in temperature and focus the Veterinarian on the area that is most affected on the horse and is the cause of lameness and inadequate performance. The thermographic camera is mostly known for it’s ability to detect lameness issues before clinical signs are obvious and in this way may act as a tool to prevent injuries in the horse’s future career.

Another purpose that the thermographic camera can be used for is for saddle fitting. The use of the camera can be done before putting the saddle on the horses back and after it has been ridden. The camera is then projected at the horses back (with the use of a mono-pod to get a more accurate reading from up above) and then on the saddle itself, to see where the “heat spots” are. This can save a lot of time, money and effort when fitting a saddle, before deciding to have one custom made or giving away a very expensive one.

for further information go to:

Thermal Imaging and Infrared Cameras for Veterinary Medicine

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