Back to Work: How to Rehabilitate or Recondition Your Horse

Top veterinarians explain some of the more commonafflictions in equestrian sportsincluding injuries, illnesses, and surgeriesand then provide a foundational plan for rehabilitation and recovery. This practical guide to bringing a horse back to work is filled withtrue stories of riders and horses from various equestrian disciplines, injuries, climates, and ages. Horse-care professionals who have succeeded in rehabbing horses join otherexperts to recommend tips, therapies, and treatments. Finally, an inspiring group of stories explains riders' struggles to return after their own injury or illness, detailing the frustrations and challenges they faced and the successes they ultimately experienced. Packed with valuable, practical information on specific rehab scenarios, terminology, organizations, products, and references,this book enableshorses and ridersto return to their daily equestrian lives.