Differences Between Hot and Cold Therapy for Horses

Updated September 26, 2023

In this video, Dr. Lydia Gray talks about the differences between hot and cold therapy and when each one should be used for horses.

Also watch this video on guidelines for icing horse's legs to learn more about when, how, and why to use cold therapy.


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