Radiography

Our advanced mobile digital radiography system delivers high-definition X-ray images directly at your yard, providing rapid, accurate diagnosis without the need for hospital referral. Combined with expert interpretation, it allows us to make confident treatment decisions and get your horse on the road to recovery sooner.

Accurate diagnosis begins with seeing the problem clearly. At KR Equine Veterinary Services Ltd, our state-of-the-art mobile digital radiography system allows us to produce high-quality X-ray images at your own yard, providing rapid answers and helping us make informed treatment decisions without the need for referral.

Whether investigating lameness, assessing injuries or carrying out pre-purchase examinations, digital radiography is one of the most valuable diagnostic tools in modern equine practice. Our fully ambulatory service brings advanced imaging technology directly to your horse, combining convenience with exceptional clinical care.

What Is Digital Radiography?

Digital radiography (X-ray) allows us to examine bones and joints quickly and safely, producing high-definition images that are available instantly.

Unlike traditional film X-rays, digital imaging provides exceptional image quality, allowing us to enlarge, enhance and evaluate images immediately while discussing our findings with you.

This means faster diagnosis, quicker treatment decisions and no waiting for films to be developed.

When Are X-Rays Recommended?

Digital radiography is commonly used to investigate:

• Lameness
• Swollen joints
• Foot pain
• Poor performance
• Acute injuries
• Suspected fractures
• Arthritis and degenerative joint disease
• Developmental orthopaedic conditions
• Hoof balance and foot pathology
• Back and neck problems
• Pre-purchase examinations

X-rays often form part of a wider diagnostic investigation and are frequently combined with ultrasound, diagnostic nerve blocks and a detailed clinical examination.

Mobile Imaging at Your Yard

One of the greatest advantages of our portable digital X-ray system is that it allows advanced diagnostics to be performed where your horse is most comfortable.

Most examinations can be completed without transporting your horse to a clinic, reducing stress and saving valuable time.

Our experienced equine vets perform radiographic examinations safely and efficiently while maintaining excellent image quality in the field.

Immediate Results

Because images are available instantly, we can review the radiographs with you during the visit.

Digital technology allows us to:

• Magnify fine detail.
• Adjust image contrast and brightness.
• Compare multiple views immediately.
• Store images securely for future reference.
• Share images electronically with owners, trainers, insurers or referral hospitals where appropriate.

This enables quicker clinical decisions and allows treatment to begin without unnecessary delay.

Part of a Complete Diagnostic Investigation

An X-ray provides valuable information about bones and joints, but it is only one part of the diagnostic process.

Every radiograph is interpreted alongside:

• A detailed clinical examination
• Your horse’s history
• Lameness assessment where appropriate
• Diagnostic nerve or joint blocks
• Ultrasound findings when indicated

By combining these pieces of information, we can reach the most accurate diagnosis possible and recommend the treatment plan best suited to your horse.

Supporting Better Treatment Decisions

Accurate imaging helps us make confident clinical decisions and allows owners to better understand their horse’s condition.

Whether confirming arthritis, identifying a fracture, assessing hoof balance or investigating a subtle cause of lameness, digital radiography provides essential information that guides treatment and rehabilitation.

When required, radiographs can also be repeated during recovery to monitor healing and ensure your horse is progressing as expected.

Why Choose KR Equine Veterinary Services Ltd?

At KR Equine Veterinary Services Ltd, we are committed to providing advanced diagnostics with the convenience of an ambulatory service.

Our investment in modern mobile digital radiography means we can deliver hospital-quality imaging directly to your yard, allowing rapid diagnosis, evidence-based treatment planning and expert veterinary care without unnecessary travel.

Combined with our expertise in lameness investigations, ultrasound, diagnostic anaesthesia and sports horse medicine, digital radiography forms an integral part of our comprehensive approach to keeping horses healthy, comfortable and performing at their best.