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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
How many times have you brought your horse in from the field and they have an injury to the leg? There is either localised swelling or the swelling may cover […]
How are Cryochaps Ice boots thought of by our customers. Penny and Eclipse won their Medium Bronze Area Festival last weekend, which given Eclipse was diagnosed with a suspensory injury […]
As the eventing season will soon be upon us, one of the most commonly asked questions is about cooling horses’ legs after competition. What is best? The DIY ice boot […]
As the weather warms, we are looking forward to riding out more and getting fit and ready for the competition season. With that comes the need to be proactive about […]
It is that time of year when horses are standing in the stable for longer as the nights draw in and the rain destroys the fields. We explore what causes […]
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There has been some evolving understanding in recent years regarding the use of ice in injury management. This blog article outlines what the research says about icing and soft tissue injuries.
