Bandages

Exercise bandages for horses are developed to support and protect your horse’s legs during training. Stable bandages are used while the horse is resting in the stables.

Bandages: protection and support for horse legs

Horses are fragile animals. All kinds of injuries can occur while training or competing. Bandages are mainly used to protect and support horse legs. Bandages are also used in the stable or during transport. We have the right bandages for every discipline. We offer all horse owners a suitable range of leg protection. How important is leg protection for horses, and which set of bandages is most suitable for your horse?

What are horse bandages for?

Bandages have different functions. For example, they offer protection when training or competing. The striking of the front or hind legs is a common problem. The risk of an injury is significantly reduced with the appropriate bandages. Injuries can also occur during transport in the trailer, on your way to a competition for example. Good leg protection contributes to safe transport of horses.

How should horse bandages fit?

Exercise bandages should start just below the horse’s knee and go down to protect the pastern joint. When you are bandaging your horse, every turn of the bandage should be even in pressure and over-lap to avoid pressure points or movement restriction.

Which bandages should I use for my horse?

The best type of leg protection for your horse depends a lot on your personal preference. But it’s also important that your purchase matches your horse’s needs. If bandages are used incorrectly, tendons will overheat. And this causes damage to the tendon tissue. It’s therefore advisable to use elastic bandages when training or competing. Always do this in combination with bandage pads so that the pressure under the bandages is evenly distributed over the horse’s legs. 

Stable bandages can be a bit sturdier and come in handy after training. Combined with a cooling gel, circulation in the lower legs is stimulated. Toxins are also removed more quickly. Stiffness and swelling can be combated in this way.

Why should I choose Kentucky Horsewear bandages?

Kentucky Horsewear bandages offer support and protection during training, competition or transport. Our leg protection products are always produced in an animal-friendly way. This means our products do not harm other animals. In addition to high quality, we also offer products that are sustainable. Our bandages are available in many versions to suit every rider. They also come in a lot of different colors to match your saddle pad and the rest of your horse’s tack. 

Discover our current range of bandages and choose leg protection that you and your horse will enjoy.