About the Course
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of lameness and performance decline in equine athletes across disciplines. Regenerative therapies have emerged as a valuable addition to the equine practitioners toolkit, offering new opportunities for tissue repair, inflammation control, and disease modification. This program provides a comprehensive review of equine OA pathophysiology and discusses key drivers of degenerative joint disease in equine athletes. The latest advancements in regenerative modalities, including platelet rich plasma (PRP), stem cells, Spryng, and combination strategies, will be discussed in detail along with a literature review and supportive evidence for their use. Attendees will learn how to identify suitable candidates for regenerative therapy, design treatment plans, and incorporate regenerative options as part of a multimodal proactive approach to joint care.
Meet Your Instructor
Kirsty Husby, DVM, MS, DACVS (LA) PetVivo Animal Health Senior Technical Service Veterinarian Dr. Husby received her BS in Animal Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from Iowa State University. She completed an internship and Clinical Fellowship (equine surgery) at the University of Missouri, followed by a large animal surgical residency and Master of Veterinary Science degree at Oregon State University. She achieved Diplomate status, becoming board certified in large animal surgery (DACVS) in 2019. She served as Clinical Instructor and as a large animal emergency clinician at the Oregon State University School of Veterinary Medicine for several years, followed by time as an in-house equine surgeon with a private equine clinic. Dr. Kirsty is currently a locum surgeon in Corvallis, Oregon, following her time as a small animal veterinarian and Medical Director at Cascade Animal Hospital.