FAQs
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to scan one horse, and can you do multiple scans at one location?
One horse can be scanned in 30-40 minutes, sometimes less. The horse must be handled by an employee or the horse’s owner. We can do multiple horses, and you can save money by having other horses ready. If your horse is unruly and, like my three-year-old grandson, it may take longer.
How long does it take to scan one horse, and can you do multiple scans at one location?
One horse can be scanned in 30-40 minutes, sometimes less. The horse must be handled by an employee or the horse’s owner. We can do multiple horses, and you can save money by having other horses ready. If your horse is unruly and, like my three-year-old grandson, it may take longer.
What do I need to do to prepare for a scan?
We will send you a checklist the night before we arrive. We will need the horse to be clean and free of any dirt or moisture at least half an hour before the scan begins. Because these cameras are so sensitive, we will need it to be done in a barn, away from sunlight and wind, with the handler present. It helps if they are exercised in a figure 8 pattern for 15-20 minutes. This gets the blood flowing and will show heat patterns more if they do have a problem.
What do I get for the scan?
You will get a full report with all of the pictures. These will give a breakdown of the areas that have elevated or lack a heat pattern. We will have notes on each picture explaining what is being seen in them. These will be given to your veterinarian, who can determine what course of action that is needed.
What are you looking for in any imaging done?
We are looking for hot spots that will show up as white or red, or cold spots that will appear dark blue or purple. Any time there is an injury or infection, blood will flow to that area and will elevate the temperature by a few degrees. The same is also visible with cold spots, which are normally a lack of circulation or blood flow to that area.
Does the scan hurt or scare them?
No. The cameras are infrared, make no noise, and do not emit radiation. These cameras see what human eyes cannot.
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