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Learn About Equine Arthritis - 2

...One of the treatments provided was MSM. You may have heard of this one before. MSM is methylsulfonylmethane which is also used to treat humans. It's been recognized as a bit of miracle drug. It's sold as a food supplement both for humans and animals.

I recommend you combine it with FlexFree which is a combination recommended by many vets. He also prescribed phenylbutazone which is often called bute. I used this before every ride and there seemed to be a noticeable improvement especially on the cold wet days.

Another treatment that is used regularly is DMSO or dimethyl sulfoxid which has shown results as good as Bute. This is a prescription drug prescribed by your vet.

Don't forget to keep it simple. Cold water and ice is very effective in reducing swelling. A good warm up is also very important before beginning to work. Just as you would do a warm up give your horse a 15 minute warm up that consists of walking and slow jogging.

Keep your horse dry and warm. Never leave your horse outside if the weather is cold or wet. And on damp days ensure you put a horse blanket on your horse.

There are many new treatments appearing on a regular basis. But before trying any new treatments you need to ensure you consult your vet to make sure they are a good choice. Always research all treatment options before trying.

You will be glad that you came and learned more about equine arthritis, as this will open a window that you can use to learn about what is available to you. You can see there are many options for you to choose from, and you should try learning about them all before making a choice.

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