Cryotherapy has been a cornerstone of human sports medicine for decades — used to accelerate recovery and control inflammation. Today, the same evidencebased technology helps horses recover faster, safer and more consistently.

Scientific background:
Studies published in the Equine Veterinary Journal and the Journal of Sports Science & Medicine confirm that local cold therapy significantly reduces tissue temperature, limits inflammation and improves post-exercise recovery.

By lowering muscle temperature by 10–15 °C, cryotherapy slows metabolic activity and reduces the release of inflammatory mediators — promoting a faster return to normal muscle function.

Performance results:
Clinical trials in human and equine athletes show that cold-compression protocols consistently help to:

• Reduce muscle micro-damage — lowering creatine kinase (CK) and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), two key markers of muscle fatigue.
• Accelerate recovery of strength and flexibility, allowing horses to return to peak performance sooner.
• Improve stride symmetry and joint mobility, especially in the distal limbs where inflammation accumulates most.
• Enhance lymphatic drainage and circulation, clearing metabolic waste
  more efficiently.
• Reduce delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and stiffness in both forelimbs and hindlimbs after intense workload.

The result: better performance, fewer setbacks and stronger long-term equine welfare.

Technology adapted to equine needs:
Polar Stride translates the science of elite sports recovery into a portable, easy-to-use system built specifically for horses. Controlled cooling, even compression and safety-tested materials make it suitable for professional yards and daily home routines alike.