use of a tongue tie alters laryngohyoid position in the standing horse

REASONS FOR PERFORMING STUDY: The use of tongue ties in racing is common, yet there are few data to support their efficacy. In order to make appropriate recommendations for clinical practice and policy on tongue ties, data documenting their effect on upper airway structure are necessary. OBJECTIVES:...

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Published in:Equine veterinary journal 2013-11, Vol.45 (6), p.711-714
Main Authors: Chalmers, H. J, Farberman, A, Bermingham, A, Sears, W, Viel, L
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
cartilage
Female
harness
horse
Horses
Hyoid Bone - anatomy & histology
issues and policy
Larynx - anatomy & histology
Male
Standardbred
tie
Tongue
ultrasonography
upper airway
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Summary:REASONS FOR PERFORMING STUDY: The use of tongue ties in racing is common, yet there are few data to support their efficacy. In order to make appropriate recommendations for clinical practice and policy on tongue ties, data documenting their effect on upper airway structure are necessary. OBJECTIVES: To determine the effect of a tongue tie on the resting laryngohyoid position of the standing horse. STUDY DESIGN: Experimental study. METHODS: Twelve normal Standardbred horses were subjected to ultrasonographic measures of laryngohyoid position during 3 phases of tack application: Phase I – halter and lead; Phase II – bit, bridle, harness and check applied; and Phase III – as in Phase II but with the tongue tie added. RESULTS: Compared to Phase I, during Phase III with the application of a tongue tie a significant difference between lingual process position was noted both rostrally and caudally (P
ISSN:0425-1644
2042-3306
DOI:10.1111/evj.12056