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Chronic wounds and ulcers in horses – effective biological treatment
Introduction
Chronic wounds and ulcers in horses are a serious clinical problem, especially in sport and recreational animals exposed to injury. They can be the result of cuts, abrasions, infections, improper healing of post-operative wounds, and blood supply disorders. If left untreated, they lead to prolonged pain, infectious complications and a decline in the horse's performance.
Symptoms of chronic wounds and ulcers:
wounds that do not heal within 4–6 weeks,
recurrent bacterial infections at the site of injury,
oozing, painful ulcers,
redness, swelling, elevated skin temperature,
loss of hair and tissue around the wound.
Standard treatment methods
Classic treatment includes wound cleansing, the use of specialised dressings, antibiotic therapy, and control of infections and comorbidities. Unfortunately, in many cases, healing is prolonged and the risk of complications is high.
Modern biological therapies
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs)
MSCs have trophic and immunomodulatory effects. They reduce chronic inflammation and support the formation of new, healthy tissue instead of scar tissue. This makes it possible to close wounds that do not respond to conventional treatment.
👉 Check out how mesenchymal stem cells work
PRP – platelet-rich plasma
PRP contains concentrated growth factors that stimulate angiogenesis, fibroblast proliferation and accelerate wound healing. PRP injections into the affected areas can significantly reduce tissue regeneration time and limit inflammation.
Therapy IL-1
In cases of wounds with severe inflammation, the use of IL-1 therapy can reduce the inflammatory process, alleviate pain and improve the animal's comfort.
👉 See more about IL-1 pain therapy and treatment
Step-by-step approach
Stage 1 – fresh wounds that are not healing properly: PRP as the first line of biological therapy.
Stage 2 – chronic and difficult-to-heal wounds: MSC as a method to support reconstruction and regeneration.
Stage 3 – wounds with severe inflammation: IL-1 in combination with specialised dressings and supportive treatment.
Summary
Chronic wounds and ulcers in horses are difficult to treat and require a multi-pronged approach. Standard methods are often insufficient, which is why biological therapies – PRP, MSC and IL-1 – are becoming increasingly important, as they can more effectively support regeneration, reduce inflammation and shorten the time it takes for a horse to return to activity.
FAQ
If it does not heal within 4–6 weeks despite treatment.
Yes – PRP is an autologous material prepared from horse blood.
Yes, they can speed up healing and reduce the risk of infectious complications.
No – it is mainly used in difficult cases with severe inflammation.
