The BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! For REHAB: The horse is slightly buoyant so impact is greatly reduced. The chilled water reduces inflammation. The gait the horse is working at is a natural movement for the horse, there is no "hollowing out" or over reaching and kicking like you may find in a pool. The soft tissue fibers being created while healing will have the correct elasticity to prevent re-injury and the motion is similar to what will be asked of them once back to training. Joint concussion is reduced. For FITNESS: Incredible for keeping a seasoned athlete sound and giving them a fitness advantage no matter the discipline, the workout is unlike anything else. Horses must work square and collected. They strengthen their core which allows them to "fix" so many things in the saddle. The water creates positive resistance and keeps joint concussion at minimum. Everything is adjustable. We can help muscle atrophy, improve hind end engagement, lengthen stride reach, improve topline, balance and collection.
Ice and Compression are essential to the healing process. Cooling the injured area reduces inflammation and relieves pain. Compressing this area promotes healthy circulation and continues to keep the swelling at bay. Using our Ice Compression therapy leg boots or standing still in our cold water treadmill we have can expedite the natural healing process. Coupling this with our other therapies helps in increasing their success rates and getting your horse healed and back to work faster.
The BEMER Blanket and Leg Cuffs are extremely helpful in the healing process. The Bemer uses PEMF technology distributed through their own patented signal. The Bemer increases blood circulation and improves muscle recovery. It can aid in physical fitness, soft tissue healing, bone growth, body soreness, and overall well-being in the horse. The treatments are comfortable, enjoyable and most importantly, SAFE for all horses. The Bemer system is easy to use and operates on pre-set functions. Contact us also for sales on the Bemer Products.
Depending on your horse's rehab plan at some point controlled exercise will become vital to the healing process. When healing injuries we want to allow for natural movement for the muscle fibers to grow back with the correct strength and elasticity to prevent re-injury once back to performing. Transitioning from stall rest to turn out and then back to work is a crucial period in the rehabilitation process. Hand walking, turnout, the aquatic treadmill, and longing are all proven practices to make this transition successful. We SAFELY hand-walk using the treadmill.