Tendon and ligament problems occur in both sport and leisure horses. Overload, a false move, intensive training or an injury can damage tendons and ligaments. Because these structures recover relatively slowly, a tendon or ligament injury often requires time, a carefully structured rehabilitation programme and proper guidance.
What happens in tendon and ligament problems?
Tendons connect muscles to bones, and ligaments provide stability around joints, amongst other functions. Both consist largely of collagen-rich connective tissue.
Problems can manifest themselves in, among other things:
- Heat or swelling
- Sensitivity
- Reduced taxability
- Irregular or cautious movement
- Long-term recovery
When suspecting a tendon or ligament injury, an accurate diagnosis by a vet is important. After all, the nature and severity of the damage determine how the horse can best be treated and rehabilitated.
What can Unique FX15 add?
Unique FX15 Mobility Booster is not a treatment for a tendon or ligament injury, but can be used as nutritional support for the musculoskeletal system during daily work and a recovery period.
- Collagen is a structural protein and an important component of connective tissue
- L-Lysine is an essential amino acid and plays a role in protein synthesis
- Vitamin C supports normal collagen formation
- MSM is a source of organic sulphur and fits within the support of connective tissue and the musculoskeletal system
- Glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate form part of the broad support for joints and the musculoskeletal system
- Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in, amongst other things, joint fluid and connective tissue
- Vitamin C and E provide antioxidant support
- Linseed oil, Boswellia, turmeric and stinging nettle complete the broad FX15 formula
It is precisely during a recovery period that the body needs sufficient nutrients. FX15 provides various building blocks and supportive nutrients for the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue together in one daily formula.
A tendon or ligament injury takes time. Proper guidance, appropriate loading and support for the body are all part of that.
