Eco equestrian July 2020

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also called the remodelling stage, happens after the wound has closed and scar tissue forms. The successful completion of each phase is dependent on a number of factors, including diet, timing of treatment and the overall health of your horse. Assuming your horse is generally healthy there are a few things that you can do to assist the natural healing process for minor wounds. 1. As soon as you become aware of the wound, stop any bleeding by applying direct pressure. Clean the wound to remove any dirt or debris with clean water. 2. Apply a paste such as EquihoneyWound Paste. It is important, particularly in the second stage of healing to keep the wound moist. The moisture aids the cells in their work to develop new tissue con - nections. The antibacterial properties of Australian Manuka Honey in the wound paste also assists the horse’s natural immune system in the second phase to fight off any bacteria trying to enter the wound. Bacteria can cause infection and stall the healing

This phase also called the remodelling stage, happens after the wound has closed and scar tissue forms. The successful completion of each phase is dependent on a number of factors, including diet, timing of treatment and the overall health of your horse. Assuming your horse is generally healthy there are a few things that you can do to assist the natural healing process for minor wounds. 1. As soon as you become aware of the wound, stop any bleeding by applying direct pressure. Clean the wound to remove any dirt or debris with clean water. 2. Apply a paste such as EquihoneyWound Paste. It is important, particularly in the second stage of healing to keep the wound moist. The moisture aids the cells in their work to develop new tissue con - nections. The antibacterial properties of Australian Manuka Honey in the wound paste also assists the horse’s natural immune system in the second phase to fight off any bacteria trying to enter the wound. Bacteria can cause infection and stall the healing

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