TY - CHAP AU - Anne Skivington AU - Milomir Kovac AU - Elena Zakirova AU - Albert A. Rizvanov AU - Catrin Sian Rutland ED - Catrin Rutland ED - Albert Rizvanov Y1 - 2020-05-07 PY - 2020 T1 - Investigation into Whether Proximal Suspensory Desmitis of the Hindlimb Could Predispose Horses to Sacroiliac Disease N2 - Understanding the latest developments in equine science is essential for all veterinary and equine professionals and students, researchers, owners, and those caring for equids. This book reflects the diversity in research presently being carried out worldwide. From locomotion and the digestive system, through to the skin and reproduction. The chapter on medicine includes not only some of the latest advances in gene therapy but also reveals medieval treatments, providing a fascinating glimpse into the past whilst also looking at future technologies. The book also highlights some contemporary insights into diet and behavior. From DNA and individual cells through to the entire animal, this research uses different scientific methods to understand horses and donkeys in greater detail. BT - Equine Science SP - Ch. 5 UR - https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.92353 DO - 10.5772/intechopen.92353 SN - 978-1-83962-317-2 PB - IntechOpen CY - Rijeka Y2 - 2024-04-19 ER -