Diagnostic Imaging in Equine Lameness Diagnosis—Where Are We in 2024?

Dear Colleagues,

Advanced—particularly three-dimensional—diagnostic imaging has changed the concept of many equine orthopaedic conditions. New techniques are emerging or are becoming adaptable for use in horses. We can describe diagnostic imaging details of diseases, yet determining their clinical significance often remains a challenge. With new information gained, it is imperative that we thrive to establish what we can consider normal or expected for a particular animal (considering age, discipline, stage of training, etc.), and to relate advanced diagnostic imaging findings to the results of clinical examination and traditional diagnostic imaging.

This Special Issue aims to provide an update on what is currently available and achievable when using various diagnostic imaging techniques in equine lameness and poor performance investigations. Original research articles and critical reviews are welcome. Review articles may include (but are not limited to) the following topics: comparative imaging of a specific region and updates on the value and limitations of diagnostic imaging techniques. We are particularly interested in research articles regarding comparative imaging, longitudinal studies, and in ones that describe a new diagnostic imaging technique or contain novel information relating to previously described diseases.

I look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Annamaria Nagy
Dr. Myra F. Barrett
Guest Editors

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