Equine Performance Innovative Center: EPIC

Equine Performance Innovative Center: EPIC Premier conditioning and rehabilitation center in the Ocala area. An expert team and variety of high-quality services to care for your equine.
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An elite horse deserves elite care. At Equine Performance Innovative Center (EPIC), we provide nothing less than the best with every horse that trots through our stable doors. Founded by our head vet, Dr. Alberto, our comprehensive conditioning and rehabilitation services are the best available in the heart of horse country. Our staff has decades of experience with equines and an unparalleled pass

ion for care and performance. Whether you need to get your horse in shape for competition or they’re coming back from an injury and need some time in our hyperbaric chamber, we’re always here to help.

09/06/2026

Equine swimming has been shown to improve cardiovascular fitness while reducing the repetitive concussion associated with traditional exercise.

It is commonly incorporated into rehabilitation and conditioning programs to help horses maintain fitness, support recovery, and return to work safely under a structured exercise plan.

09/05/2026

Ultrasound allows us to monitor healing, not just diagnose injury.

Tendons and ligaments may appear improved clinically while the fibers are still disorganized. Serial ultrasonographic evaluations allow us to assess fiber alignment, lesion size, and tissue quality, helping determine whether rehabilitation is progressing appropriately or if the treatment plan needs to be modified.

09/04/2026

Colic simply means a horse is experiencing abdominal pain.

The challenge is determining why. Some causes are mild and resolve with medical treatment, while others can rapidly become life threatening and require emergency surgery. A thorough examination, combined with procedures such as gastric intubation, helps identify the source of the problem and guide the appropriate treatment plan.

09/03/2026

Upper airway endoscopy is an essential component of managing obstructive airway disease.

In cases of severe pharyngeal or laryngeal swelling, serial examinations allow us to monitor changes in airway diameter, assess the response to treatment, and determine when the airway can safely function without temporary support.

09/02/2026

A tracheostomy is performed when the upper airway can no longer provide enough airflow for the horse to breathe normally.

When severe swelling obstructs the upper airway, establishing an alternate route for oxygen becomes the immediate priority. Although identifying the underlying cause remains essential, protecting the airway always comes first.

Once the horse is stable, additional diagnostics can continue to determine the source of the swelling and guide the appropriate treatment plan.

09/01/2026

Our page has been restricted for a while, and we’re working to reconnect with our equine community.

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09/01/2026

Subchondral bone cysts are a common cause of persistent lameness in young horses.

These lesions develop within the bone beneath the cartilage and can create ongoing inflammation and pain within the joint. While many cases respond to medical management, others require surgical stabilization when conservative treatments are no longer successful.

The goal of surgery is to restore joint stability, reduce pain, and give the horse the best opportunity to return to athletic function.

08/31/2026

Corticosteroids still have an important role in equine sports medicine, but case selection and timing are critical.

When used appropriately, they can be highly effective at controlling joint inflammation. However, repeated corticosteroid injections into the same joint may not be the best long term strategy, particularly in athletic horses. For that reason, regenerative therapies such as Alpha 2 Macroglobulin (Alpha 2M) and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) have become valuable options for managing joint disease while supporting long term joint health.

The most appropriate treatment is determined by the diagnosis, the severity of the disease, and the goals for each individual horse.

08/30/2026

The distal tarsal joints are among the most common sources of chronic hock pain in performance horses.

Because these joints have very little motion, osteoarthritis can often be managed effectively with targeted intra articular therapy. Accurate placement of the medication is essential to ensure the treatment reaches the affected joint and provides the greatest therapeutic benefit.

Every injection begins with an accurate diagnosis and a precise understanding of the anatomy.

08/29/2026

Acupuncture has been used in equine medicine for decades as an adjunctive therapy to support recovery and performance.

By stimulating specific neuroanatomical points, acupuncture can help modulate pain, improve muscle relaxation, support neurologic function, and complement the body's natural healing response. It is commonly incorporated into treatment plans for horses recovering from orthopedic injuries, back pain, neck pain, muscle soreness, and certain neurologic conditions.

The greatest benefit comes when acupuncture is integrated with a comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitation program, ensuring each horse receives a treatment plan tailored to its specific condition.

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5590 NW Highway 225
Ocala, FL
34482

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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+13523095154

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