Introduction With the competition season in full swing and this very dry weather we are having, many riders find themselves training on ground conditions that are less than ideal. While […]
This blog outlines the differences in protection of leading brands of tendon boots. At Cryochaps we have impact tested and compared results next to five other protective horse tendon boot, […]
In this article we will look at what happens during exercise to the circulatory system and why if a horse is stabled even after a long cool down, there is […]
Swelling in the horses’ lower limbs after exercise can occur, especially if stabled after exercise. This is due to a combination of increased blood flow, fluid accumulation, and inflammatory responses […]
Many of us travel our horses both short and long distances and the question is should we use travel boots? This blog covers the pros and cons of using protective […]
Are your horse’s legs prone to swelling when stabled for long periods? Stable wraps can reduce swelling by enhancing blood circulation by applying mild compression. Evidence suggests that, unlike during […]
Horse boots, designed to protect the horse’s legs during exercise or injury recovery, use various scientific principles to provide protection. Here’s a breakdown of how they work to help protect […]
When it comes to managing injuries, the acronym RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) has been a staple recommendation for decades. Among these components, the combination of ice and compression stands […]
There are plenty of horse boots on the market today that state they are airflow horse boots or vented horse boots, to help increase ventilation to the horses leg whilst […]
Applying ice boots for horses’ legs after exercise or injury is a regularly done in the horse world, the question of how long to ice for is explored in this […]
Varying the surfaces that horses are trained on plays a crucial role in fitness but without careful consideration could lead to injury. This overview looks at the possible issues of […]
With the competition season in full swing how can we help our horses recover quicker and therefore perform at their best and hopefully reduce the chance of injuries? Can a […]
Ensuring the health and performance of horses legs is paramount to keeping a sound horse. Cooling therapy is a widely used method to aid in post-exercise recovery and injury management. […]
Two popular methods for cooling and supporting the legs post-exercise or after an injury are horse ice boots and boots you soak in water, water cooling boots for horses. But which method is more effective? Let’s delve into the science behind each to find out.
Ensuring optimal recovery and performance in equine athletes often revolves around effective cooling strategies for their legs. Among the arsenal of cooling methods, horse ice boots and Equi-N-Ice bandages stand […]
