Horseware Ireland Ice-Vibe by HW Boot LED, Warmblood (1 Pair)

The Ice-Vibe boots by Horseware Ireland can be used for the front or the rear legs. The boots are easy to use - just cool the ice packs, fit them into the boots and put them on your horse.

• The vibration elements can be added or removed from the stretchy pockets built into the boots. Velcro straps prevent the boots from slipping on the legs.
• The cool packs feature gel balls that help ensure they sit well on the horse's legs.

New version: The Ice-Vibe boots have a brand new design that features smooth outer material so that straw and wood chips don't get stuck on the boots. The design has also been slightly revised to achieve the best possible performance and fit.

FAQs

What's special about the Ice-Vibe Boots?
Ice-Vibe Boots are massage boots that can be used with cooling or warming materials. The boots stimulate the circulation and can be used before or after training to warm up, cool down or recover.

Why use the Ice-Vibe Boots?
Tendons heal much more slowly than muscles because they have a lower blood supply and because their metabolism is much slower. Tendon problems are common, especially for competition horses. By regularly using the Ice-Vibe Boots, you can stimulate the blood flow in your horse's legs while they are resting in the stable, encouraging good circulation & recovery.

How do Ice-Vibe Boots stimulate blood circulation?
The boots have small vibrating motors that are set to a low frequency to stimulate blood flow by creating a massage effect.

Why would you use the Ice-Vibe Boots rather than a regular ice pack?
Tendons do not return to "normal" temperatures as quickly as muscles when they are cooled because they do not have the same blood supply or metabolism. If the legs are cold for too long, they may become inflamed. The boots are designed to cool the tissue using the cold packs, while the massaging elements ensure that the blood is still circulating to supply oxygen to damaged tissue for better recovery.