Cortisol levels and leukocytes population values in transported and exercised horses after acupuncture needle stimulation
In this study the effect of acupuncture treatment on some hematochemical parameters was evaluated in 5 Thoroughbred horses after road transport and exercise. Horses competed in two official races. For each race animals were transported from their stables to the racetrack.
Source: Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Maria Rizzo, Francesca Arfuso, Claudia Giannetto, Elisabetta Giudice, Francesco Longo, Simona Di Pietro, Giuseppe Piccione Source Type: research