Diagnosis: Rhabdomyolysis Rhabdomyolysis (commonly called “tying-up”) can occur for a number of reasons in horses including over-exertion, muscle trauma, nutritional or electrolyte imbalance, or extreme fatigue. Quarter horses and related breeds have been genetically linked to a number of conditions that can result in rhabdomyolysis including HYPP and PSSM1. Rhabdomyolysis is initially treated with sedation to allow the horse to relax and NSAIDs to relieve muscle pain. Horses should have blood w

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Genetic Conditions and Testing — Irongate Equine Clinic