How to Prevent Strangulating Lipoma Colic in Horses | New Research Every Owner Should Know

Strangulating lipoma colic is one of the deadliest forms of equine colic, especially in older horses. In this video, we explore new veterinary research connecting strangulating lipomas to obesity, laminitis, equine metabolic syndrome (EMS), aging, and stall confinement. Could some cases actually be preventable? Veterinarians are beginning to think so. In this educational equine health documentary, we explain: • What strangulating lipoma colic is • Why older horses are at higher risk • The connection between EMS, obesity, and lipomas • How laminitis may increase risk • Why turnout and movement matter • Prevention strategies horse owners should know • Early warning signs of surgical colic in horses If you own a senior horse, easy keeper, pony, Quarter Horse, Arabian, or a horse with metabolic issues, this is information you need to know. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:12 What Is a Strangulating Lipoma? 04:20 Why Older Horses Are at Higher Risk 05:30 The Link Between Laminitis & EMS 06:07 Can Obesity Increase Lipoma Risk? 08:19 Why Stall Confinement Matters 10:14 Prevention Tips for Horse Owners This video is intended for educational purposes only and should not replace veterinary advice. If your horse shows signs of colic, contact your veterinarian immediately. #HorseColic #EquineHealth #StrangulatingLipoma #HorseCare #Laminitis #EquineMetabolicSyndrome #SeniorHorse #HorseOwners #Equestrian #EquineVet This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. Gillen A, Hassel D, Gonzalez S, et al. Risk factors for equine strangulating lipoma colic: An international, case-control study. Equine Veterinary Journal Aug 2025; DOI: 10.1111/evj.70104 #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian