Can Compression Aid Equine Recovery?
hy Cryochaps Stablechaps Could Be the Missing Link After Exercise Compression garments like socks and tights are widely used in human sports to support post-exercise recovery, and their benefits are […]
Are Ice Boots Essential for Horses After Jumping?
Jumping puts extraordinary demands on a horse’s body, especially on their legs. Scientific studies have extensively examined the biomechanics of jumping, revealing the significant forces placed on the limbs during […]
Training and Competing on Hard Ground and Its Effects on the Horse
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 […]
What is the most protective horse tendon boot?
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, […]
Why do horses’ legs swell after exercise and standing in?
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 […]
Horses’ legs swelling after exercise?
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 […]
Should I put travel boots on my horse when travelling?
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 […]
Do Stable Wraps Overheat Horse Legs?
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 […]
What is the best protective and ventilated horse boot?
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 […]
The Healing Power of Ice and Compression: Backed by Science
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 […]
Do all horse boots heat horses legs?
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 […]
Is the duration of icing different if you ice horses legs after injury versus after exercise?
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 […]
The Risks of Horse Riding on Hard Ground: Potential Injuries and Preventive Measures?
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 […]
Top tips for cooling down your horse
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 […]
Cooling Solutions for Equine Legs: Evaluating Horse Ice Boots vs. Incrediwear Socks
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. […]