"If I could prescribe anything, it would be time. That is the one drug I can't manufacture." Modern equine medicine has given veterinarians incredible tools to diagnose and treat injuries. But according to sport horse veterinarian Dr. Julie Vargas, there is still one thing no treatment can replace: time. When a horse looks sound, feels good, and seems ready to work, it can be tempting to speed up the process. But true recovery is about rebuilding strength, adapting to the demands of the sport, and staying sound long after the rehab program ends. #theplaidhorse #horses #equestrian #equinehealth #horsehealth #sporthorse #horsecare #equineveterinarian #equinemedicine #horseinjury #horsewellness #horsemanship #hunterjumper #showjumping #dressagehorse #eventinghorse #horsesofinstagram #barnlife #horseownership #equestrianlife