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Can Equinox horse bands be used as a substitute for medications?

As a complimentary device EQU StreamZ horse bands should be used alongside prescribed medications and not as a substitute.

Do you use the Equ bands on your horse?

We use the bands on all our horses including A Touch Imperious – so they really are used by the best! I suffer from varying aches and pains from a long career and have found great benefit when wearing the StreamZ ankle band. I now have the EQU bands on all our horses to keep them in peak condition and have noticed an improvement across the board.

Why choose StreamZ ankle bands for your horse?

StreamZ UK made technology are a valued member of our daily routine and are highly recommended for all horses. We use the bands on all our horses including A Touch Imperious – so they really are used by the best! I suffer from varying aches and pains from a long career and have found great benefit when wearing the StreamZ ankle band.

Where do you put StreamZ bands on a horse?

Each horse is advised to wear two EQU StreamZ bands (one pair) just above or below the fetlock area, on any two front or hind legs. The technology is designed to be worn for a minimum of 8 hours a day although results have been reported as significantly greater when used 24/7.

How does an equiband work for horses?

One band goes under the horse’s stomach and the other around the hind quarters. The Equiband’s unique design ensures that the bands sit in the optimal position. The abdominal band stimulates the abdominal muscles, while the breech band makes the horse aware of the position of his hind legs.

What is the difference between Previcox and Equioxx for horses?

However, Previcox is a pill that is labeled for canine use, whereas Equioxx has, up until now, been in a paste or IV form that is labeled for equine use. Veterinarians have found that Previcox was effective in horses and allowed clients an easy form to administer to horses while also being less expensive compared to its sister drug Equioxx.

Can I give my Horse Equioxx?

For me, there needs to be a good and defined medical reason to use a MEDICATION such as Equioxx for my horse. Remember that it is a medication (with the potential to have side effects), and not something like a vitamin. Except that Equioxx is not the same type of NSAID that ibuprofen is.

What are the benefits of equiband?

The Equiband system promotes optimal core function, which was revealed in a recent published study that was carried out in collaboration with the Royal Veterinary College. With use of the system, there was a significant improvement in symmetry of motion of the back and pelvis.

Who uses the StreamZ ankle bands?

We use the bands on all our horses including A Touch Imperious – so they really are used by the best! I suffer from varying aches and pains from a long career and have found great benefit when wearing the StreamZ ankle band.

Can I use StreamZ bands to reduce my horse’s Bute dose?

In many cases, owners with horses who are on long term anti-inflammatories, such as bute, have been able to reduce the dose, for their horses, when they are wearing EQU Streamz. The EQU StreamZ bands are weather resistant and should be wrapped around the fetlock regions for a minimum of 8 hours per day; they can be left on 24/7.

Why Equ StreamZ fetlock bands?

Whether it is from confinement, injury or arthritis, EQU StreamZ Fetlock Bands offer you a way to support and comfort your horse through magnetic pain relief that doesn’t heat up! Within 12 hours, discomfort decreases and mobility increases. Magnetic therapy for your horse with a difference and NO heat! StreamZ does not pulse, it spins!

Is 227mg of Equioxx too much for a horse?

Bonnie – that is a large dose! The recommended dosage of EQUIOXX (firocoxib) for oral administration in horses is 0.045 mg/lb (0.1 mg/kg) of body weight once daily. That works out to 60.3 mg. Translating that drug dosage to the canine version of firocoxib – Previcox – would be only very slightly more than 1/4 of the 227mg tablet.

How effective is Previcox for horses?

Veterinarians have found that Previcox was effective in horses and allowed clients an easy form to administer to horses while also being less expensive compared to its sister drug Equioxx.

Is Equioxx for horses the same for dogs?

The same company that manufactures this drug offers a similar solution “Equioxx” in paste and tablet form to treat osteoarthritis. Equioxx is specifically made for the horses but it is usually avoided because it’s expensive and the doggie version is a bit cheaper.

Can you give Equioxx to horses with hives?

Your horse should not be given Equioxx if he/she: Has an allergic reaction to firocoxib, the active ingredient in Equioxx. Has previously had an allergic reaction (such as hives, facial or lower limb swelling, or red or itchy skin) to aspirin or other NSAIDs.

How long does equine Equioxx last?

EQUIOXX for horses controls pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis for up to 24 hours with each dose. A horse’s joints often need medical support in order to relieve the pain and inflammation associated with equine osteoarthritis.

Should I remove the bands when my horse gets wet/muddy?

In wet/muddy conditions it is advised to remove them completely to avoid the bands being submerged and make sure the bands are fitted evenly ensuring that the Velcro hooks cannot touch the horses skin. Lost bands are not covered under warranty and single bands are not available for purchase.

Is Equioxx good for arthritis in horses?

Pain and Arthritis Treatment for Horses. Equioxx is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for horses that fights the pain and inflammation associated with arthritis.

Is Equicore good for horses?

I have found the Equicore system very helpful in helping horses connect their quarters to their ribcage and forehand. It certainly improves ridability, and seems to have a lasting effect in the way horses reproduce the same muscular patterns on their own. Highly recommended! The improvement in core strength is impressive.

What is the equiband system?

The Equiband system is a training aid to help activate your horse’s core. It consists of two lengths of latex-free rubber that attach to a customised saddle pad.

What is the Equicore system for horses?

I have found the Equicore system very helpful in helping horses connect their quarters to their ribcage and forehand. It certainly improves ridability, and seems to have a lasting effect in the way horses reproduce the same muscular patterns on their own. Highly recommended!

What are the bands on the equiband saddle pad for?

This is achieved by use of two bands, each connected to the Equiband saddle pad. The abdominal band stimulates the abdominal musculature and is especially indicated for horses that have recovered from a colic surgery, have poor (inverted) posture, and in clinical cases such as diagnosed conditions of the back including ‘kissing spines’.

What is equiband made of?

The Equiband™ itself is made of latex-free rubber, specifically designed for use on horses. The Equiband™ system uses either one or both bands on the horse; one shorter band attaches the left side of the saddle pad to the right, passing under the abdomen (abdominal band or AB). The band sits well behind the rider’s leg.

What is StreamZ advanced magnetic?

StreamZ Advanced Magnetic approach to magnetic fields generates no increase in heat, unlike with traditional magnets found in boots and rugs. This non invasive approach allows the bands to be worn 24/7 including through turnout. EQU StreamZ bands can be wrapped around either fore or hind legs and above or below the fetlock joint.