Ultrasound and Thermotex - Ultrasound and Infrared Therapy for your Horse, Equine

Common Injury
& Treatment
By Discipline

Jumper

Hunter

Dressage

Eventing

Gaited

Western Performance

Barrel Racing

Chuckwagon Racing

Polo

Harness Racing

Endurance

Thoroughbred Racing

Equine Aliments

12 Element heating blanket

Myositis

Monday Morning Sickness (tying up)

Neurological Disorders
- equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy
- hyperkalemic periodic paralysis
- equine protozoal myeloencephalitis

Secondary Compensatory Lameness
- muscle soreness
- massage therapy
- chiropractic manipulation
- other conditions

Neck appliance

Neck Disorders



Hock and legging appliances

Forelimb Disorders
- Common Carpal (knee) disorders
- Carpitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Degenerative joint disease

Common soft tissue disorders of the forelimb - "Bucked Shin" (Dorsal metacarpal disease)
- Desmitis
- Tendonitis
- Tendosynovitis "Bowed Tendon"

Common soft tissue disorders of the lower forelimb
- sesamoiditis
- osselets
- osteochondrosis
- degenerative joint disease of the fetlock joint
- ringbone

Hindlimb Disorders
- bone spavin
- curbs
- cunean bursitis
- capped hocks
- degenerative joint disease
- osteochondrosis

TMJ hood & ITC hood

Temporomandibular Joint Function
Respiratory Disorders
- bacterial sinusitis
- pharyngeal lymphoid hyperplasia (pimples/blisters)
- guttural pouch disorders
- strangles
- laryngeal hemiphlegia

 

 Letters From Our Customers:

The Thermotex™ Equine Blanket produces a deep-penetrating yet comfortable, muscle relaxing heat. Thermotex™ provides heat in areas of the equine that need a source of heat to reduce inflammation. The equine athlete not only needs a treatment program to reduce inflammation when it is injured but can also benefit from the use of this blanket as a pre-event warm-up. If a horse can be treated for 20-30 minutes before a race or event just think how much better it will perform compared to horses that have not been treated with a Thermotex™ Blanket.
Ultrasound 5 Star Rating
Dr. Ronald Riegel, DVM
Scioto Valley Veterinary Clinic Ostrander, Ohio, USA
As a horseman and equine therapist for the past 25 years the Thermotex™ products have been the back bone of my business. There is nothing on the market that can even compare to the body design and simplicity of use. The pain relief factor is apparent after the first use.
Ultrasound 5 Star Rating
Patti Fudala
Equine Therapist Hallendale, Florida, USA
I have used the Thermotex™ Therapeutic Blankets and accessories for a number of years. They have been a great help in treating many racing Injuries. In addition I use the Thermotex™ Blanket as a pre-race warm-up and the results speak for themselves. Buck's Boy won the $2 Million Breeder's Cup Turf and was named the 1998 Eclipse Award winner for Turf Horse of the year. Prior to this we claimed Slew the Slewer for $18,000 and immediately put him on a continuing treatment of Thermotex?. He went on to be a multiple stakes winner and also finished 2nd in a Grade II at Keenland. He became North America's 1991 Claimer of the year and earned us over a quarter of a million dollars. I believe Thermotex™ is the best therapeutic product on the market today.
Ultrasound 5 Star Rating
Noel Hickey
Leading Breeder, Owner, and Trainer Ocala, Florida, USA
I have been using Thermotex™ Therapy Systems for three years, it is the best investment that I have made for my horses. Like the American Express commercial says, 'don't go to the races without it.'
Ultrasound 5 Star Rating
Ojia Stewart
Sitra, FL
"The application of infrared heat to the equine athlete allows for an increase in exercise efficiency of at least 10%."
Ultrasound 5 Star Rating
Dr. Ronald Reigel, The Illustrated Atlas of Equine Anatomy and common Disorders of the horse

Guidelines and Safety

Step-by-step guide to using thermotex equine appliances.

The therapeutic effects of infrared heat to the various anatomical areas of the horse are the same as mentioned throughout this text they are:

  • Vasodilatation and increased blood flow throughtout all of the tissues
  • Analgesia
  • Increased extensibility within the ligaments and tendons
  • Decrease in joint stiffness
  • The psychological effect on the horse by allowing relaxation and a relief from stress

The following general step-by-step guidelines should be considered when applying this unique modality to any area of the hourse.


The horse should have its head tied up or be placed in a set of cross-ties. In some cases a mussle will be need to utilized. This ensures safety from the electrical requirement of the appliances.

How to Order Ultrasound
All dirt, poultice, liniments or any topically applied substances should be removed from the limbs or any other anatomical area either be brushing or with a hose and water.

Pre-warm the appliance before placing it on the animal.

Turn the switch to the low setting initially until the animal becomes acquainted with the therapy. After a few minutes, set the switch on high for at least 10-15 minutes.

Continue the therapy at the low setting for the duration of the treatment.

When the treatment is concluded, the inside of the appliance should be wiped down with a mild disinfectant, dried and stored in a clean place.



Do you have more questions?

We encourage you to contact our office directly with any questions you may have regarding Thermotex™ or Ultrasound. You can be assured all your questions will be answered in a thorough and courteous manner by our trained staff.

Feel free to email us at contact@aidmyequine.com. Emails will be answered promptly between 9am and 5pm (Eastern Standard Time) on weekdays.

Or, you can call and speak to one of our customer service representatives during regular business hours - 1 705 445 3505

We wish you a great day and we look forward to hearing from you.

 
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