# Equine CT Scanners This CT Scanner Can Scan and Image Fully Conscious Horses By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-05-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equine-ct-scanner References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/robot-ct-scanner-horses/43126/) & [upenn.edu](http://www.upenn.edu/spotlights/robot-driven-imaging-system-opens-new-avenues-discovery) A group of researchers and engineers working out of the [University of Pennsylvania](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-of-michigan) have developed an exceptionally ingenious and truly high-tech [CT scanner system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-imaging-systems) that is designed to be able to quickly and easily scan and image horses while they are fully conscious and upright. What's great about this system is that it allows for medical imagery to be captured from a wide variety of angles, meaning the horse doesn't have to be administered anesthesia to undergo the procedure. Designed with race horses in mind, this equine CT scanner technology is designed to increase the likelihood of [diagnosing stress fractures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veterinary-critical-care) early in order to prevent them from suffering a breakdown whilst in the middle of a race. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Non-anesthesia Medical Imaging:** Developing CT scanner systems that allow medical imagery to be captured without the need for anesthesia, opening up new possibilities for non-invasive imaging procedures. - **Animal-specific Medical Technologies:** Creating innovative medical technologies specifically designed for animals like horses, catering to the unique requirements and challenges of veterinary care. - **Early Detection and Injury Prevention:** Developing advanced scanning technologies to diagnose injuries and conditions at an early stage, enabling proactive treatment and injury prevention in high-performance animals. ### Who This Affects Most - **Veterinary Medicine:** Expanding the application of medical technology in veterinary medicine to enhance diagnostics and treatment options for animals. - **Sports and Racing Industry:** Introducing advanced imaging technologies in the sports and racing industry to enhance injury prevention, improve performance, and safeguard the well-being of animals. - **Medical Imaging Technology:** Innovating medical imaging technologies to cater to unique requirements of different animals, providing accurate and efficient diagnostics for a variety of veterinary applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sensor-Equipped Equestrian Saddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-saddle.md) - [Advanced Veterinary Ultrasound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veterinary-ultrasound-system.md) - [Cutting-Edge Portable X-Ray Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-xray.md) - [Horse-Focused Health Monitoring Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/health-monitoring-solution.md) - [Low-Cost Portable MRI Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-mri-machine.md) - [Portable Brain Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwi-brain-scanner.md) - [Brain Tumor-Focused Mri Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-tumor.md) - [Mobile X-Ray Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-xray-unit.md) - [Portable Medical Imaging Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drx-rise.md)