We have medicated your horse’s hock joints today. Follow the guidance below to support their recovery.

Bandages

• Your horse is currently wearing bandages to protect the injection sites

• These should stay on for 4–6 hours

• Remove sooner if they slip or become loose

Rest & Exercise Plan

First 48 hours

• Your horse should remain on box rest

Following 5 days

• After box rest, allow 5 days of quiet work or turnout

• Ideal options include:

• Gentle walking hacks

• In‑hand walking

• If your horse is not currently in work, paddock rest is more appropriate

From day 7 post‑medication

• Your horse’s workload can gradually increase

• Please speak to us about suitable:

• Exercises

• Stretching routines

• We also have helpful pole‑work videos available on request

Possible Complications

Please monitor your horse closely for any of the following:

• Depression

• Fever

• Worsening lameness

• Reluctance to move

If you notice any of these signs, please contact the office immediately on 01473 970393.

Additional Considerations

• Joint pain is common and can affect other areas of the horse’s body

• We recommend informing your farrier that your horse has had hock pain

• (We may already have suggested changes to shoeing)

Because your horse may have been moving differently:

• A physiotherapist visit is recommended 2–4 weeks after medication

• An osteopath visit is recommended around 4 weeks after medication

• Saddle fit may also change, so a saddle check within 8 weeks is advisable

Need Help?

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

We’re always happy to help - just give us a call.