Diagnostic Imaging - Radiography
The Clinic has a purpose built radiography room with high powered ceiling mounted x-ray tube and a second more mobile unit for lower limb work. With our high frequency units we are able to radiograph all structures including upper limbs, necks, heads and backs.
We use an AGFA computed (digital) radiography system. A few seconds after taking a radiograph, the x-ray image is visible on a computer screen. This image can then be manipulated, such and change the contrast or magnify certain areas. Digital x-rays are vastly superior in quality to the conventional film radiographs. Another advantage is the flexibility in handling digital files. This has been used to great effect in lameness cases, where we have emailed or burned to CD x-rays for farriers to enable them to carry out remedial shoeing.
The Practice also has a small high frequency portable x-ray unit available for ambulatory work on yards. This is ideal for laminitic horses or when the horse cannot be moved, such as when a fracture is suspected.
Where possible we encourage horses to come to the clinic for radiography. Here films are immediately developed and can then be repeated if necessary.
Use the links below to go to the other Diagnostic Imaging pages
Ultrasound
Endoscopy and Athroscopy