Equine Aquatic Treadmill in Huntingburg, Indiana
Cooper Ridge Equine Center offers aquatic treadmill sessions for horses in Huntingburg, Indiana, for horses in conditioning programs and horses coming back from time off or injury.
What is an aquatic treadmill?
An aquatic treadmill is a treadmill set inside a water chamber. The horse walks on the moving belt while water fills the chamber to a set level. The water supports part of the horse's body weight and pushes back against every stride.
Why use water?
Buoyancy reduces the concussion on hooves, joints and tendons compared with work on the ground, while the resistance of the water makes muscles work harder through a full range of motion. That combination is why water treadmills are widely used in both equine conditioning and rehabilitation.
Often used for
- Building topline and overall muscle
- Low-impact fitness work
- Horses returning to work after time off
- Rehabilitation programs set with your veterinarian
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