BENEFITS OF USING AN UNDERWATER TREADMILL:

Incremental physiological and biomechanical changes observed with consistent aqua tread exercise

  • Improved joint range of motion
  • Enhanced proprioceptive awareness
  • Increased cardiovascular and muscular stamina
  • Reduction in muscle tightness and tension
  • Improved muscle mass and tone
  • Promotion of balanced and symmetrical muscle development
  • Enhanced overall movement quality and coordination
  • Ideal for horses that need low-impact rehabilitation—especially post-surgery or those unable to exercise under saddle.

Veterinary-diagnosed cases benefiting from aquatic treadmill exercise-

Pre/Post surgery rehab, exercise and conditioning, neurological dysfunction/EPM/Nerve damage, after time off, improving cardiovascular fitness, cross training to build muscle stamina, keeping horses fit during inclement weather, etc.

BENEFITS OF USING A COLD SALT WATER SPA:

A cold salt water spa provides a range of therapeutic and performance-enhancing benefits for horses.

Injury Recovery and Prevention

  • Reduces inflammation and swelling in joints, tendons, and ligaments.
  • Accelerates healing of soft tissue injuries such as tendonitis, ligament strains, and bruises.
  • Helps prevent injuries by maintaining healthy circulation and reducing muscular tension.
  • Cold salt water causes vasoconstriction, followed by vasodilation once the horse exits the spa, which boosts circulation.
  • This helps remove metabolic waste and deliver oxygen to damaged tissues.

Pain Relief

  • The cold temperature (typically 2–5°C / 35–41°F) numbs pain receptors and provides natural analgesia.
  • Salt water’s buoyancy can also relieve pressure on limbs and joints.

Antibacterial and Antifungal Effects

  • Salt (especially Epsom or sea salt) has natural antiseptic properties.
  • Helps treat and prevent skin conditions like mud fever, dermatitis, or hoof abscesses.

Hoof and Skin Health

  • Regular use can improve the condition of the hooves and skin, particularly in horses exposed to wet or dirty environments.

Non-Weight Bearing Therapy

  • Ideal for horses that need low-impact rehabilitation—especially post-surgery or those unable to exercise under saddle.

Cases benefiting from Cold Saltwater Therapy-

Joint soreness/stiffness/arthritis, swelling/stocking up/cellulitis, abscesses, laminitis, soft tissue injury, bone bruising, wounds, show and competition prep, recovery post competition, overall leg care and maintenance.

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