Diagnose and Rehabilitate Injuries Efficiently
A treadmill allows equine medical professionals to accomplish several important tasks at the same time. For example, while a horse is on the treadmill, their cardiovascular activity during exercise can be monitored, blood samples collected, and enzyme levels tested.
Horses that have sustained injury can heal while improving stride length, muscle tone, and cardiovascular fitness through aerobic exercise.
Treadmill Types
Both dry and aqua treadmills have been found to benefit a wide range of equine conditions.
Rehabilitation with aqua treadmills have shown to benefit horses with arthritis, as exercise in water allows joints and limbs to be supported as weight-bearing and mechanical stress during movement is reduced. According to a 2019 study, the benefits of equine hydrotherapy extend to a multitude of musculoskeletal disorders in equine athletes.2
In addition to preventing injuries, horses that train in aqua treadmills also experience stronger cardiovascular systems and better aerobic fitness.3
Dry treadmills offer the advantage of movement without the increased back or limb load of a rider. They also help recovery from hind limb injuries and foot imbalances, providing a firm surface and straight-line exercise.
Q-Line treadmills from Vitafloor provide needed horse exercise, but in an area that’s safe and well-contained. Thanks to the rollers located beneath the treadmill’s belt, horses experience less leg strain with the added benefits of a massage effect and enhanced blood flow to the hooves
Thermographic research by Q-Line aimed to show the effects of treadmill training on blood flow to the hooves and legs, and found that blood circulation did in fact increase with treadmill activity.
The benefit of varying inclines and speed allow for gradual increases. This provides the ability to completely customize speed conditioning, cardiovascular conditioning, and physical therapy for the individual athlete.
Promoting Innovation for the Equestrian Industry
Vitafloor treadmills, saddle pads, horse walkers, vibration plates, and other products are trusted by veterinarians, commercial stables, horse owners, and therapy centers in more than 25 countries.
Our industry-leading products are designed for horse health at all fitness levels. As the inventors of equine whole-body vibration technology, Vitafloor has engaged in extensive research, study and verification of its effectiveness for all horses.
All of our products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality and our strict safety standards. Because they are so meticulously crafted, our clients benefit from products that they can use to benefit the health of their horses over the long term.
If you are a competitive equestrian training facility, veterinarian, racing stable or other equine industry facility that’s dedicated to the health and wellbeing of horses, there is no doubt that incorporating treadmill exercise into your training regimen or rehabilitation program can help take your horse to the next level.
Learn more about the benefits of choosing Vitafloor for all of your equine training, rehabilitation and health maintenance needs by contacting us today.
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