What is a ‘joint-flare’ and can it happen with 2.5% iPAAG (ArthramidVet®)?
Intraarticular injections in horses are beneficial for managing various musculoskeletal conditions, but they do come with associated risks and should be performed by a suitably qualified and experienced veterinarian. Furthermore,…
Understanding Equine Arthritis: An Owners Guide to Treatment and Ethical Considerations
Navigating the Treatment Pyramid, Orthobiologics, and the Nutraceutical Conundrum Introduction Equine arthritis is a prevalent and concerning health issue that affects horses worldwide. It not only poses welfare challenges…
Arthrosamid 2.5% PAAG – The Human Equivalent
Arthrosamid is the 2.5% polyacrylamide hydrogel developed as a long-acting intra-articular injection for the treatment of osteoarthritis in humans. Arthrosamid® is a new type of treatment for knee osteoarthritis that…
Use of Arthramid Vet in Canine Intra-articular injections
Nupsala Learning Resources in the UK recently published a webinar on Canine Intra-articular Injection. Dr Karen Cook BA VetMB BSc (Hons) MRCVS presents an informative webinar on the injection technique…
Treatment of intercarpal (knee) joint lameness in TB racehorses
Use Of a 2.5% Cross-Linked Polyacrylamide Hydrogel In The Management Of Joint Lameness In a Population Of Flat Racing Thoroughbreds: A Pilot Sudy Published in JEVS; Read here Abstract Osteoarthritis…
Clinical Safety of Arthramid Vet 2.5% PAAG Hydrogel
Multiple studies have now shown that 2.5% PAAG is safe for use in animals and humans. Both in vitro and in vivo studies have taken place, designed to generate data…
Arthramid Vet 2.5% PAAG Hydrogel- Efficacy Study
Intra-articular administration of a 2.5% polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG- Arthramid Vet) is shown to reduce or abolish lameness in distal interphalangeal (coffin) and metacarpo/ metatarso- phalangeal (fetlock) joints in horses undertaking…
Arthramid Vet 2.5% PAAG – Mechanism Of Action
The mechanism of action of 2.5% PAAG appears multifaceted. Osteoarthritis (OA) describes inflammation of a joint and occurs after single or repetitive episodes of trauma. The term incorporates synovitis, capsulitis,…
