Taryn M. Gassert
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Taryn M. Gassert is a leading researcher in equine orthopedic imaging, with a primary focus on the early detection and prevention of catastrophic musculoskeletal injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses. Her work centers on subchondral bone pathology, stress-induced bone injury, and the application of advanced diagnostic technologies to improve equine welfare. Gassert’s most notable contribution is her 2024 prospective, longitudinal study using standing, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) to assess subchondral bone morphology in the fetlock joints of 2-year-old Thoroughbreds during their first year of training. This landmark work, cited 15 times, demonstrated that standing CBCT can non-invasively detect early signs of bone stress injury before irreversible damage or catastrophic failure occurs. By establishing a practical, in-field imaging protocol, Gassert has opened new avenues for real-time monitoring of joint health in young racehorses. Her research directly addresses a critical gap in veterinary sports medicine: the need for early biomarkers of bone overload. Gassert’s work is already influencing training management practices and holds promise for reducing the incidence of fatal fetlock breakdowns, making her a pivotal figure in equine orthopedics and sports injury prevention.
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