Trivia Challenge: Test Your Equine Osteoarthritis Knowledge!

Ready to put your knowledge to the test? We’ve been covering osteoarthritis this month, with the help of Zycosan, and if you’ve been following along it’s time to try out some trivia!

Here’s a refresher on OA before you start!

🔹 Question 1:

True or False: Once a horse develops osteoarthritis, there’s nothing you can do to help.

🔹 Question 2:

What’s one of the earliest signs of osteoarthritis in horses?

A) Cracking hooves

B) Stiffness after rest

C) Loss of appetite

D) Dull coat

🔹 Question 3:

Which of the following is NOT a common OA treatment option?

A) Joint injections

B) Anti-inflammatory medications

C) Chiropractic care

D) Antibiotics

🔹 Question 4:

True or False: Regular exercise can actually help arthritic horses.

Answers:

👉1. Answer: False. While it can’t be cured, OA can be managed with early intervention, proper care, and vet-guided treatment.

👉 2. Answer: B) Stiffness after rest

👉 3. Answer: D) Antibiotics – They treat infections, not OA.

👉 4. Answer: True. Controlled, low-impact movement helps maintain joint mobility and reduce stiffness.


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