Strong physical activity in horses often contributes to bruises, sprains or joint diseases. One way to alleviate the painful condition is to use special ointments or creams for horses. The products are most often not drugs. However, with long-term use and as part of complex therapy, they help restore limb mobility and eliminate pain.
What ointment is used on horses' joints?
Thanks to the variety of formulations, it is easy to choose creams to relieve specific painful symptoms.Several methods are popular.
"Horsepower"
The main effect of the balm is to eliminate inflammation in the joint. The active components of the cream (extracts of comfrey, golden mustache, vaseline, corn, castor, pine oils) work well as part of complex therapy in the treatment of inflammation of the osteochondrosis, arthrosis, osteoarthrosis.
The cream is rubbed into the affected joint 2-3 times a day, and a warming bandage is applied at night. Apply the cream for 2-3 weeks. Do not allow contact with mucous membranes or eyes. Of the minuses, it should be noted that the cream is not used in the presence of open wounds or cuts.
"Alezan"
The cream is used as an anti-inflammatory and analgesic. The main components are: mumiyo, extracts of medicinal herbs (14 types), olive oil, collagen hydrolyzate.
For the effect to appear, the cream is rubbed in for 25-30 days, 2-3 times a day. To prolong the effect of the substances, veterinarians recommend applying an airtight bandage to the joint. "Alezan" is included in therapy for the treatment of acute and chronic degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Therefore, a conditional disadvantage is the need for preliminary consultation with a veterinarian.
"ZOOVIP"
The product is available in the form of a cream-balm and is used as part of comprehensive care. The cream is based on herbal extracts: chestnut seeds, pine buds, arnica flowers, sweet clover, comfrey root, Kalanchoe juice, wormwood. Fir and sesame oils are also present.
The biologically active components of the cream have a beneficial effect on the surface of the joint and intra-articular fluid. The balm is used for 2-3 weeks 3-4 times a day in case of intensive care. Long-term use helps eliminate congestion, activate microcirculation, and protect joints.
Which ointment is better to choose?
Measures should be taken if horses develop any joint problems. In order not to make a mistake when choosing a cream, it is advisable to first familiarize yourself with the composition of the components. Conventionally, creams can be divided into several groups:
- products with a cooling effect relieve swelling and are often used for sports injuries;
- pain-relieving ointments are used for pain in joints and muscles;
- if restorative treatment is required, then use ointments that improve tissue nutrition.
To alleviate the animal’s condition, you can use Alizan cream for joint pain.Thanks to a diverse set of herbal extracts, the product has a local analgesic, decongestant and soothing effect.
Can it be used on people?
There are no categorical contraindications for the use by humans of ointments intended for the treatment of horses. But it must be recognized that no doctor will officially prescribe the use of veterinary drugs.
When using any product yourself, you must take into account that the concentration of substances in the composition is designed for a large animal. Therefore, if you intend to test the ointment, you need to start the experiment with small doses. It is also important to remember about the likelihood of allergic reactions.
Ointments and creams for the treatment of equine joints are becoming increasingly popular. And this is not surprising - it is not difficult to use the products, and you can independently alleviate the painful condition of the animal. To choose the best ointment, it is advisable to consult a veterinarian.
