Despite technological progress and more and more new protectors or wraps, horse’s legs are exposed to injuries. The use of heat and cold is one of the most effective methods, accelerating healing and shortening the duration of the injury. Of course, this method only works when used at the right time.
Important rule: Injuries that heat WE COOL
Freshly formed injuries, in the first phase of inflammation, should be cooled as soon as possible. We can pour cold water on the limbs, use clays or cooling gels.
The use of ICE RELAX Cooling gel will help stop swelling, constrict blood vessels and soothe pain.
The cooling gel is also perfect after an intense workout as a cool compress for tired legs.
The legs should be cooled “from the bottom”, starting from the hooves upwards. The water should be lukewarm or cool, but not icy. The water jet must not be very strong.
Important rule: Chronic, recurrent injuries WE HEAT
It is good to warm up old swellings or injuries as well as problems with joints using warming clays or rubs. Thanks to their action, we will improve the blood supply to the limbs.
The use of THERMO EFFECT warming liniment will help prevent muscle soreness and fatigue.
Warming liniment dilates blood vessels and stimulates blood flow, which leads to better nourishment of the tissue and prepares it for increased activity and faster regeneration. That is why it is worth using it on tired legs or those prone to stubbornness.
Remember to avoid the area of mucous membranes when using cooling and warming products and do not use products for possible injuries.
