Equine researchers have been studying the concept of whole-body inflammation and its links to a variety of health problems for years. But what is whole-body inflammation? How does it relate to my horse’s overall health? Whole-body inflammation in horses When someone mention “inflammation”, you may picture a localized swollen area on a limb or […]
Arthritis in the small joints of the horse hock is a very common condition affecting all types of horses. It is not just a disease of old horses; in fact, we regularly see this in horses around seven or eight years old, and it is often picked up in the autumn as the weather […]
Suspensory ligament injuries in horses affects all breeds and ages but are particularly a problem in competition horses where inflammation of the suspensory ligament can occur in the fore- or hind limbs. The suspensory ligament acts as a sling for the fetlock in both the fore- and hind limbs and is therefore subject to overload […]
It is competition season and quicker recovery in competition horses (and riders) after an intense training session or competitive event, is critical in limiting damage caused by inflammation. Any kind of intense exercise naturally creates stress in the body, especially around areas of impact, such as joints and soft tissues of the distal limbs. […]
Good advice is often timeless, and show jumping is no different. These guidelines collected from top trainers through the years can be valuable to equine athletes from any discipline
“I have all my old boys on Elite Equine to support their joint health and aging bodies. They breathe a lot easier too.” ~ Bianca Eglington