Hallmarq (Germany)
About: Hallmarq produce the world’s #1 Standing MRI offering a unique insight into equine lameness, identifying the specific cause in over 90% of cases. With a clear diagnosis, the client can be offered informed advice not only with regard to treatment but also to prognosis and the length of time any recovery is likely to take.  The most common approach to equine lameness is to conduct a thorough examination, including observation of the response to local anaesthetic ‘nerve blocks’, x-ray and ultrasound examinations. Based on the case history, these observations, and other knowledge and skills available the responsible veterinarian will recommend rest or treatment. In about 70% of cases, such treatment will not result in a satisfactory outcome, and the patient will return for a further examination. Without MRI, further diagnosis and treatment efforts are still only successful about 30% of the time. Cases frequently cycle around the loop of attempted diagnosis and treatment many times. Repeated failures frustrate client and vet alike, increase the client’s costs, and potentially exacerbate the condition. While any one loop around the cycle might appear to be the low-cost option, the total cost may well exceed the cost of a definitive MRI diagnosis. Don’t consider MRI as a last resort, get the answers that you need sooner rather than later. Early – MRI can be undertaken as soon as nerve blocks confirm the location of lameness. Safe – The Hallmarq equine MRI system offers the choice of standing MRI, giving you the quality images that you need with the horse under light sedation avoiding the risks of general anaesthesia. Accurate – Each scan generates between 300-500 images per foot, offering a 90% likelihood of conclusive diagnosis, helping to target treatment and obtain a more satisfactory outcome.