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Kissing Spine Surgery

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puffthemagicpony
Reg. Apr 2010
Posted 2013-12-09 3:57 PM
Subject: Kissing Spine Surgery



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Location: Colorado		I was hoping to get some insight on the surgery for kissing spine; if it was really worth it or not. I can't decide if its the right thing to do or not. I have a 5 year old mare that was diagnosed this summer with kissing spine. She has several vertebrae (T17-19) that are rubbing and already have bone changes. Injections and an exersize program helped some, but did not help enough to return her to her full potential. I have not tried pain meds yet, but didn't want to have to get into that.

I was wanting to hear experiences with this surgery; what is the average cost, what is the rehabilitation like? and did you horse come back to where they were at before they had problems? This has just been so disappointing for more me, because she has shown so much potential, and because she's so young. She's great on the ground, great with my kids, I'm just not sure what to do. Any advice or opinions would be greatly appreciated.
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amde
Reg. Nov 2004
Posted 2013-12-09 5:54 PM
Subject: RE: Kissing Spine Surgery


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Contact Dr Clif Honnas, Texas Equine Hospital, Bryan, TX.  He is the "guru" when it comes to the surgery and info regarding whether or not it will help.  I recently had the surgery done to a 5 yr old - can't get back on him until March but I can already see changes in his disposition and movement.  The surgery isn't for all but Dr Honnas can give you the best information about it.
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Canchasr1
Reg. Oct 2003
Posted 2013-12-09 5:59 PM
Subject: RE: Kissing Spine Surgery



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Location: Finally horseback again....		I have a friend that just had it done on her horse. Dr Honnas did it as well.
I think it was 4000 to 4500 for the surgery and she had insurance.
Not sure what the recovery time is.  
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puffthemagicpony
Reg. Apr 2010
Posted 2013-12-09 6:07 PM
Subject: RE: Kissing Spine Surgery



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Location: Colorado		Ok Thanks. I recently read his article in BHNews. It sort of opened my eyes to how the common treatments are really a "Band-Aid" and that most horses will need the surgery.
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