Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Use of acupuncture in equine reproduction.
- Journal:
- Theriogenology
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Schofield, W A
- Affiliation:
- Hagyard Equine Medical Institute · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
The goal of this review is to provide evidence supporting the physiologic basis for the use of acupuncture as a treatment in equine reproduction, and to discuss current uses of acupuncture for the treatment of anestrus, urine pooling, uterine infection and/or fluid, infertility, maintenance of pregnancy, cryptorchidism, musculoskeletal pain, and poor libido in stallions. The benefits achieved through acupuncture treatment are thought to be a result of hormonal regulation, altered smooth muscle motility, and general stress and/or pain relief from musculoskeletal or environmental conditions.
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