{"id":17258,"date":"2025-11-17T15:43:25","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T15:43:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hallmarq.net\/?p=17258"},"modified":"2025-11-24T12:26:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T12:26:33","slug":"why-when-and-how-to-refer-for-standing-mri-a-guide-for-equine-vets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hallmarq.net\/us\/2025\/11\/17\/why-when-and-how-to-refer-for-standing-mri-a-guide-for-equine-vets\/","title":{"rendered":"Why, When, and How to Refer for Standing MRI: A Guide for Equine Vets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When traditional lameness diagnostics like nerve blocks, radiographs and ultrasound don\u2019t provide clear answers, advanced imaging can make all the difference. Standing Equine MRI offers unparalleled insight into both bone and soft tissue without the risks of general anesthesia. For equine vets, knowing when and why to refer for MRI can transform outcomes, improve client confidence, and potentially prevent equine athletes from career-ending injuries.<\/p>\n\n

Why Standing Equine MRI is Essential For Lameness Diagnosis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

You\u2019ve done the lameness work-up: trotted, lunged, seen under saddle, performed nerve blocks, taken radiographs, and maybe even scanned with ultrasound. And still\u2026 limited answers.<\/p>\n\n

We understand the frustration! You’ve done everything right but the horse is still lame, the owner is growing impatient and the pressure is mounting. You want to help but need further clarity on the diagnosis. <\/p>\n\n

So what’s the next step? <\/p>\n\n

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Find a Referral Site<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

Advanced Imaging With Standing Equine MRI<\/h3>\n\n

Only MRI can detect both bone and soft tissue abnormalities that radiography and ultrasound may miss, helping you make confident decisions and deliver better outcomes for your patients.<\/p>\n\n

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Hallmarq MRI is one of the best decisions we\u2019ve ever made. It\u2019s opened up avenues for diagnosis and therapies we never thought possible.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rick Mitchell, DVM, MRCVS, DACVSMR, Cert. ISELP, Fairfield Equine, CT<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n

Let’s look and why, when and how to refer for Standing Equine MRI.<\/p>\n\n

Why Refer for Standing Equine MRI? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Because advanced imaging with Standing Equine MRI means you can be right 90% of the time<\/strong>!*<\/p>\n\n

MRI is the only modality that visualizes both soft tissue and bone in exquisite detail and without any of the risks associated with general anesthesia. It\u2019s ideal for:<\/p>\n\n