Therapeutic Pads
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Styrofoam Support Pads

The Styrofoarn Pads are the most important tool we have found to treat horses in the acute stage of laminitis. They are pre-cut, hoof shaped pads or blocks of a very dense 2" piece of Styrofoam. (*It is important to note that regular white beaded Styrofoam is a poor substitute for this treatment use. This specific density and thickness is very important for optimal treatment success.)

When applied, the Styrofoarn will compress into the caudal portion of the foot and offers the horse comfort and support through this critical stage of laminitis. Use of the Styrofoam will allow the horse to stabilize so that a more comprehensive diagnosis and treatment approach can be established.

Sold by the set. There are 4 pads to a set. 
Includes instructional DVD. 

Sizes range from Small to X-Large ('00 to 4)

Item #: SF600-SM, SF601-MD, SF602-LG & SF603-XL
 
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Lily Pads

This unique product was designed and developed by Dr. Ric Redden as an emergency support aid for various foot ailments. Taping this product to the frog of most feet offers the painful foot a resilient cushion support as well as protection, slight heel elevation and the benefit of slightly reduced breakover.

How does it work?
The shape and consistency of the product creates approximately five degree heel raise, extends the base of support approximately 3/4 inch and reduces breakover when placed on flat feet. Those with a deep cup do not experience breakover advantage as the wall remains in contact with the ground surface. The mechanical advantages mentioned above ultimately reduce the forces on the deep flexor tendon as it opposes the laminae and subsequently reduces download of PIII on the inner sole. Mechanical rating is low but can be a significant emergency advantage with acute laminitis until higher rating mechanics can be employed when indicated.

The Lily Pad placed on heavy, full frogs often reduces heel contact with the ground, a very helpful aid for acutely bruised heels and corns. Stall rest is then suggested for a few days, or until the acute inflammation has resolved.

Note: This product is not designed with high mechanical advantages concerning deep flexor tension. It is an emergency aid and when used for acute laminitis it is necessary to always assess the degree of damage and utilize higher rating mechanics when indicated. The Lily Pad can be a useful aid for chronic laminitis provided palmar angle is less than 5 degrees.

Item #: LILYP
 
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Thera Flex Pads

Treats the following conditions:

  • Laminitis
  • Contracted heels
  • Founder
Item #: TFP1, TFP2, TFP3, TFP4
 
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Castle #8 Impak Absorber Pad

Impak absorber by Castle provide extra cushioning on hoof wall and frog.

Regular:     5 1/8" x 4 3/4" x 3/16"

Large:        6 5/8" x 6" x 3/16"

Item #: C8IAP, C8LIAP
 
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Castle Pour Pad

The pour pad works well with urethane hoof packings such as Vettec Equi Pack

6 3/8" x 5 3/4"

Item #: CPP
 
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Castle Cushion Heel Pad

5 3/4" x 6 3/8" x 7/16"

Item #: CCH
 
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Castle Hospital Pad

The Hospital Pad will speed the recovery of a hoof injury. You will now be able to care for the injury while protecting it, allowing the animal to be turned out and even ridden during the recovery period.

Designed specifically for injury and rehabilitation, the pad has a removeable plate for easy access to affected areas for quick cleaning and treatment. Simply unscrew the removable plate to soak, clean, medicate, and care for the injury then screw the plate back on. The injury will be protected, speeding up the recovery process.

Small:   5 1/2" x 6 3/4" x 1/8"

Large:   6" x 7 1/2" x 1/8"

 

Item #: CHPS, CHPL
 
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Castle Performance Pad, #4 Small

Designed for the ultimate in sole protection. These pads have also been used effectively for foal extenions, flat soles, pedel osteitis and hospital plates. More information is available from Castle Plastics about all these pads and their uses.

Small 3/16" Thick:       6 3/8" x 5 3/4" x 3/16"

Small 1/4" Thick:         6 3/8" x 5 3/4" x 1/4"

Item #: C4P, C4.25P
 
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Castle Performance Pad, 5 inch

Designed for the ultimate in sole protection.

These pads have also been used effectively for foal extenions, flat soles, pedel osteitis and hospital plates. More information is available from Castle Plastics about all these pads and their uses.

Large:    7 1/4" x 6 5/8" x 3/16"

Item #: C5P
 
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