Arthritis is not just a condition for "aged" horses. It is a silent, progressive process that can begin from the very first day of training. For an owner aiming for the top or seeking longevity for their horse's joint health, proper nutritional support is the key to avoiding lameness and expensive treatments.
The horse's joint is a dynamic system under immense pressure. Cartilage has no blood vessels; instead, it is nourished by the subchondral bone and the synovial fluid. This means its capacity for self-repair is limited. When joint stress exceeds the rate of regeneration, inflammation begins to wear down the tissue.
To shield your horse, modern science now combines multiple mechanisms of action into a single formula:
Collagen Precursors (Peptagen II®): Instead of simple collagen, the use of selected amino acids (Glycine, Proline, Alanine, Arginine) provides the body with the building blocks needed to reconstruct connective tissue and cartilage from the ground up.
Dual Herbal Anti-inflammatory Action (ASU & Boswellia serrata): The combination of Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables (ASU) and Boswellia serrata extract offers powerful soothing action. ASU protects collagen from destruction, while Boswellia (standardized to 65% boswellic acid) helps maintain mobility comfort without side effects.
Antioxidant Shield (Vitis vinifera): Vitis vinifera extract is rich in proanthocyanidins (PAC), which neutralize free radicals produced during exercise, protecting the synovial fluid from oxidation.
Natural Calcium Source (Lithothamnion): Provides bioavailable calcium, strengthening the subchondral bone that supports the joint cartilage.
Investing in prevention is not just about money. A lack of proper support leads to expensive treatments that, among other things, will sideline the horse from competition for a significant period.
This means:
A long recovery period before the horse can return to full performance levels.
Psychological pressure and distress for the rider, who cannot enjoy their horse, seeing it confined to the box for weeks or months while expenses continue.
The risk of a premature end to the horse's athletic career, an inglorious and unfair conclusion due to wear and tear that could have been managed in time.
Look for formulas that offer high bioavailability and contain ingredients of non-animal origin (such as Glucosamine Sulphate 2KCl). Choosing supplements that follow pharmaceutical manufacturing standards is the only guarantee for your horse to remain healthy and effective in the arena, with flexible and strong joints.
Zacharakis Dimitris - Veterinary Pharmacy
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