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Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan introduces another special guest, Dr. Adam Pendleton, as he speaks about his journey with finding his interest in equine podiatry and shares his knowledge and insight through his twenty-five years of expert experience! Stay tuned to be tapped into the conversation! In this episode you’ll learn about: • Dr. Adam Pendleton’s background with horses, as well as questioning what sparked his interest in equine podiatry as a niche interest. • What Dr. Adam Pendleton’s university journey looked like and what led him to graduate with an animal science degree when he was an undeclared major. • Why it took Dr. Adam Pendleton so long to go to veterinary school after having a passion and love for taking care of horses. • What Dr. Adam Pendleton practice primarily consists of and where this leaves him now in terms of furthering his career. If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine podiatry, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan wraps up the conversation about equine arthritis with Dr. Colton Ramstrom as they answer any last questions regarding equine arthritis and joint specifics that are important to know! You won’t want to miss the concluding statements from Dr. Alberto Rullan and special guest Dr. Colton Ramstrom about equine arthritis! Be sure to go back and listen to Part 1 and Part 2 if you missed them! In this episode you’ll learn about: • The overall difference between lower limb joints and sacroiliac joints and how they may affect the horse’s range of motion. • How to guarantee that you are in the exact and correct spot for the joint injection. • What blocking sacroiliac joints is, the problems that come with it, and how it affects horses. • All the science and research that has been put into using acupuncture and working alongside a chiropractor for your horse. If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine arthritis, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan brings Dr. Colton Ramstrom as the special guest again to further discuss equine arthritis; focusing primarily on experiences and treatments regarding arthritis affecting the upper body. Stay tuned to hear more about the effects of upper body arthritis on your horse, and exclusive advice for what products you should stay away from, from Dr. Colton Ramstrom! In this episode you’ll learn about: • How arthritis affects the upper body in your horse, specifically targeting the back and neck. • How to determine where the problem is located and where the arthritis is in your horse. •The experiences and treatments as discussed in greater depth by Dr. Colton Ramstrom regarding upper body arthritis. •The products that Dr. Colton Ramstrom does not recommend using for upper body arthritis in your horse. If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine upper-body arthritis, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan brings on a special guest, Dr. Colton Ramstrom, to discuss everything you need to know about equine arthritis and why it is the most common lameness in a horse. Stay tuned to get the inside scoop about everything surrounding arthritis, as well as recommendations for the best arthritis treatment for your horse! In this episode you’ll learn about: • What arthritis is and what it looks like in your horse. • The two different ways of treating equine arthritis. • How the industry has evolved and all the products that are being introduced for equine arthritis. • What Dr. Colton Ramstrom recommends in terms of the best arthritis treatment for your horse. If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about equine arthritis, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan discusses equine vibration therapy, specifically delving into vibration plates with their benefits and the research put into it so far. Stay tuned to get the inside scoop all about vibration plates, as well as why this therapy may be best suited for your horse's healing journey! In this episode you’ll learn about: • What vibration plates are and how vibration therapy actually works. • Whether or not vibration therapy may be effective and beneficial for your horse’s rehabilitation journey. • All of the research that has been put into vibration plates thus far. • Dr. Alberto Rullan’s expert opinion on vibration plates based on his findings. If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about vibration plates, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan introduces another equine therapy called MagnaWave, breaking down the extensive amount of research done on it and discussing all the different benefits that this therapy offers in comparison to others! Stay tuned to get the inside scoop all about MagnaWave, as well as why this therapy may be best suited for your horse's healing journey! In this episode you’ll learn about: • What MagnaWave therapy is, and how it may be extremely beneficial for your horses' wellness and rehabilitation. • The substantial amount of research and studies put into the MagnaWave therapy. • Whether or not the MagnaWave therapy is the right fit for your horse and your time. • Why putting in a great amount of commitment and consistency for the MagnaWave therapy on your end is crucial to the overall success rate of your horse’s healing journey. If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about MagnaWave, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan will be focusing on laser therapy for horses, discussing the extensive research behind it and all the benefits that come with it! Stay tuned to get the inside scoop all about laser therapy, as well as why laser therapy might be effective for your horse's healing process! In this episode you’ll learn about: • Which laser to use depending on the four classes; identifying which is most effective for your horse. • How long to use the laser on your horse based on the overall healing process. • Whether the laser penetrates the tissue on your horse, as well as if the muscle, tendon, and joint can be rehabilitated. • The history behind laser therapy for horses and their benefits. If you’d like to learn even more or have any further questions about laser therapy, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan will be discussing all the differences between two water therapies/water sports, the water treadmill and the pool! Stay tuned to get the inside scoop on the research put into water therapies, as well as why water therapy is strongly recommended in terms of rehabilitation and conditioning a horse! In this episode you’ll learn about: • The differences between the water treadmill and the pool. • The research behind the two water therapies. • How water therapies actually work and help horses regain their range of motion. • Identifying which water therapy will work best given the situation and research to back it up. If you’d like to learn even more or have any questions in regards to water therapies/water sports, visit https://www.albertorullan.com/ for more information! Join us here again next week for some more insightful and helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you stay in the loop and never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this third episode of this short series on OCD, osteochondrosis dissecans in horses, Dr. Alberto Rullan will be focusing specifically on OCD in the hock. Stay informed on what “joint mouse” is, the diagnosis process, treatment and much more to best serve your horse in this area! In this episode you’ll learn about: • What “joint mouse” is and why it’s a particularly hard scenario with hock OCD • Other areas in the hock where OCD can be located. • The best way to diagnose if the hock needs surgery or not. • Do we recommend removing hock OCD? How long should you wait? Remember, if you’d like to learn even more about OCD, visit www.equinearthritis.info and have a listen to our previous two episodes on this topic! Join us here next week for more helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health, and don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Today on A Stride Above, Dr. Alberto Rullan continues his discussion on Osteochondrosis Dissecans, usually referred to as OCD. If you missed our introduction to OCD’s, head back to Episode 4 here! This time Dr. Alberto Rullan will be specifically talking about OCD in stifle joints in horses. In this episode you’ll learn about: • How old a horse can be to develop stifle joint problems. • What are bone cyst or cyst like structures? • Possible treatment options. • The benefits and risks to performing a stifle surgery. To see more in depth information, studies and radiographs on this topic visit www.equinearthritis.info. Have more questions? Don’t hesitate to send them in and connect with us on our socials listed below! Be sure to subscribe, follow and rate this podcast! See you back here next week for more helpful tips and guidance on improving the mindful care of your horse’s health! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above! Today Dr. Alberto Rullan will be introducing one of his favorite topics and sharing all about the condition of osteochondrosis dissecans in the joints of horses, typically known as OCD. In this episode you’ll learn about: • A simple breakdown of what OCD is. • What joints it can be located in and affect. • Why it’s important to learn about. • Why it doesn't always result in surgery when it comes to treatment. If you want to learn even more information on this topic go to: https://equinearthritis.info/ In next week’s episode, Dr. Alberto Rullan will be discussing the most common site of OCD in the hock, and what you can do about it. So join us back here next week for more helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health, and don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Today on A Stride Above, Dr. Alberto Rullan discusses the trail-blazing and developing use of ozone as a treatment for joint pain in horses. A little bit more of a controversial opinion in the world of veterinary care and pharmaceuticals, this is a great option to explore if you are looking for a holistic and natural approach in not only managing symptoms with drugs, but solving the route of the problem for your horse! In this episode you’ll learn about: • What is ozone and prolozone? • Dr. Alberto Rullan’s background and perspective on traditional vet care and seeking natural alternatives through human homeopathic research. • Experimenting with this method and the results so far. If you would like to learn more about ozone and prolozone, and to get access to Dr. Alberto Rullan’s ebook on regenerative therapies go to https://www.albertorullan.com. Be sure to subscribe or follow, and we’ll see you back here next week for more helpful tips and guidance on improving the mindful care of your horse’s health! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

On today’s episode of A Stride Above, Dr. Alberto Rullan covers the topic of how you can speed up the process of wound healing, especially in more severe cases. With the increase of helpful regenerative medicine, there are many options when it comes to cutting healing time in half, so you can get your horse back to feeling 100%! In this episode you’ll learn about: • A few examples of more difficult types of wounds. • Why some wounds take longer to heal than others. • Treatment options that speed up healing and why this occurs. • Two studies where we have proven that these specific treatments can increase the healing time by 50% or more! If you have any questions about wound healing, or want to learn more about our case studies mentioned in this episode, don’t hesitate to give us a call and visit https://equinehyperbaric.com. Join us back here next week for more helpful knowledge on improving your horse’s health, and don’t forget to follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Welcome back to A Stride Above podcast with Dr. Alberto Rullan! In this short introduction, we are excited to share the rebrand of this podcast, dedicated to equestrian horse owners, trainers and enthusiasts, providing you with the knowledge and tools to keep your horse healthy and feeling their best. Listen in as Dr. Alberto Rullan shares our mission and what kinds of topics you can look forward to in future episodes. We are here to support you on your journey, and hope you will join us in always reaching a stride above when it comes to the health and happiness of your horse! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Today on A Stride Above, join Dr. Alberto Rullan as he discusses “bleeders”, also known as EIPH: exercise induced pulmonary hemorrhage in horses, and how to go about treatment. This is a hot topic right now growing increasingly problematic, especially within the race horse industry. In this episode you’ll learn about: • Defining what a bleeder is and why they occur? • What are the treatments? • Equine hyperbaric oxygen hyperbaric chambers and its benefits. • The process of what you should do if you believe a horse may be a bleeder. To learn more about the equine hyperbaric oxygen chamber and to read our cases on this, visit https://equinehyperbaric.com. Follow, subscribe and meet back here next week for more great tips and guidance on improving and taking care of your horse’s health! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

The importance of mentorship early in your career! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

In this series, we highlight the dedicated staff members and some of our audience in the horse industry who have overcome significant challenges to achieve their goals. Tune in to hear inspiring stories that demonstrate the resilience and determination it takes to succeed in this unique field. For more on Amanda Neeld: Director of Administration: @amandaa_neeld Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Listen in as Dr Rullan goes through some of Dr Ramstrom's favorite problems to treat and discover what tips he has on improving the success of treatment plans for their patients! Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Listen in as Clayton Wilber and Dr Alberto Rullan discuss the benefits of having a Farrier/Vet relationship. How is this relationship beneficial to the clients and the patients? Clayton Wilber - Florida Farrier Service - https://www.facebook.com/Floridafarrierservice @FloridaFarrierService Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram

Is there a protocol? Are there magic shoes? Is it a one-time occurrence? For more information on Clayton Wilber - Florida Farrier Service: https://www.facebook.com/Floridafarrierservice https://www.instagram.com/floridafarrierservice/ Links For You: • Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD • Website • LinkedIn • Instagram