Treating PSD in Sport Horses: Surgery, Shock Wave, or Both?
Erica Larson
February 10, 2016
Recent study results suggest that shock wave can help horses return to function faster than surgery or rest alone.
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Recent study results suggest that shock wave can help horses return to function faster than surgery or rest alone.
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