Horse Arthritis
Arthritis is a condition involving inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and stiffness.
Depending on the severity a horse may remain completely sound or become extremely stiff.
Horse Arthritis can occur as a result of;
- Infection
- Trauma
- Degenerative changes
- Metabolic disturbances
Various forms of arthritis exist, for example osteoarthritis.
The inflammation increases the amount of fluid within the joint and usually causes visible swelling in that area. This then causes the horse pain when the joint is flexed. Arthritis in horses is quite a common condition.
Can Niagara Equissage help with Horse Arthritis?
Most definitely.
Depending on the severity of each individual case of horse arthritis and the extent of the associated swelling, your vet may prescribe NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) so that your horse is more comfortable. However it is perfectly safe to use Niagara Equissage alongside such treatment without conflict.
Daily applications of Niagara Equissage will significantly reduce the swelling – naturally – as the deep cycloidal massage reaches all the parts of the body promoting good circulation both of the blood and lymphatic systems. Use of Niagara Equissage also creates warmth within the body and that warmth also helps the healing process of horse arthritis. If your horse has to have NSAIDS, then by using Niagara Equissage you are helping the body more readily eliminate the toxicity such drugs have.
Application:
Use the Back Pad in conjunction with the Leg Boot if a lower limb joint is affected with arthritis. If possible a twice-daily treatment will be of more benefit especially if the swelling is quite severe; or for use in chronic cases (such as the older horse/pony where generally age has caught up with him) or for general maintenance, then once a day is suitable, preferably prior to exercise if the horse is still in work.
Use the Back Pad for the full 20 minute cycle on a medium setting; if using the Leg Boot as well then 10 minutes is the optimum time for that. If, for example, the hip joint is affected with arthritis, then again use the hand unit in conjunction with the Back Pad for maximum benefit.
Point to Note: If holding the Hand Unit or placing it in the Leg Boot, ensure that the rubber cap is placed against joints – particularly the knee joint – as the vibration against the bones can cause or increase discomfort.
Testimonials
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- Team Fredericks Eventing
Over the past few years our results have been fantastic, with many top wins. This last season has included Olympic Team silver for Australia and winning the World Cup of Eventing for the second time, only 6 weeks after the Olympic Games in China! It’s vital that the horses remain healthy and happy if they are to perform at their best consistently. Two products have proven to be invaluable – AfterAce and Brandes Formula.
- “In the Dressage phase (of eventing), we have to show relaxation and Niagara Equissage really helps that aspect of competitiveness. Niagara Equissage creates a straighter horse, one that uses muscles from one side to the next more equally.”
