Complementary Therapies to Help Maintain Performance Horses
Katie Navarra
April 23, 2025
Read about how veterinarians incorporate therapies such as acupuncture and PEMF to help your horse feel his best.
Read about how veterinarians incorporate therapies such as acupuncture and PEMF to help your horse feel his best.
Learn about 5 reasons to use complementary therapies such as acupuncture and chiropractic for your horse and the research behind them.
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