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.

06/26/2026

Neurologic signs in young horses require immediate differentiation between infectious and structural causes. Conditions like EPM affect the nervous system through infection, while cervical stenotic myelopathy, commonly called wobblers, results from compression of the spinal cord within the neck.
When the cervical canal narrows, nerve transmission becomes disrupted, leading to incoordination, weakness, and loss of balance. Identifying the source early is critical, as management and prognosis differ significantly between these conditions.

06/25/2026

Persistent stallion behavior after castration often indicates functional testicular tissue remains.
When a retained testicle is located within the abdomen, it continues to produce testosterone, maintaining hormonal influence despite prior surgery. Identifying and removing that tissue is necessary to resolve the underlying endocrine source driving the behavior.

06/24/2026

Subtle performance changes often point to biomechanical restriction rather than overt lameness. Inconsistent lead changes, resistance under saddle, stiffness through turns, or altered posture can reflect dysfunction in how the spine and surrounding structures are moving.
Evaluation by a qualified chiropractor can help determine whether the issue is mechanical or requires veterinary intervention, ensuring the horse is directed to the appropriate level of care.

06/23/2026

Medial femorotibial joint injections require accurate localization to ensure the therapy is delivered intra articularly. Subtle joint distension and fluid displacement help confirm positioning, allowing the medication to directly influence the joint environment responsible for pain and inflammation.

Happy Birthday, Alberto J Rullan Few people have the ability to turn a vision into reality. Through persistence, hard wo...
06/22/2026

Happy Birthday, Alberto J Rullan

Few people have the ability to turn a vision into reality. Through persistence, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to the horse, Dr. Rullan has built something that continues to impact horses, clients, students, and veterinarians around the world.
His passion for education, innovation, and advancing equine medicine continues to inspire all of us.

Please join us in wishing Dr. Alberto Rullan a very happy birthday.

06/22/2026

OCD lesions in the hock are often silent early and become limiting once the joint begins to react. Addressing them before the joint environment changes is what protects long term function.

06/21/2026

Excess granulation tissue disrupts normal wound contraction and epithelialization. When it extends beyond the skin margins, it creates a physical barrier that prevents proper closure. Controlled debridement reestablishes the wound surface, allowing epithelial cells to advance and the healing process to progress more efficiently.

06/20/2026

Joint effusion is not just fluid, it reflects the level of synovial inflammation within the joint. Increased synovial production changes the pressure and environment inside the joint, which can directly impact cartilage health and movement. Managing that environment is key to restoring more normal joint function.

06/19/2026

Joint injections are performed in a closed, highly sensitive environment where even minimal contamination can have significant consequences. For that reason, some clinicians include intra articular antimicrobial coverage as an additional safeguard alongside strict aseptic technique.

The priority is not just the injection itself, but protecting the joint environment immediately after, when it is most vulnerable.

06/18/2026

Aseptic preparation is not about speed, it is about reducing bacterial load at the exact point of entry. Technique matters. Contact time, direction of scrubbing, and avoiding cross contamination all determine how clean that site truly is. This step directly impacts infection risk, especially when entering a joint or deeper structure.

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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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