There is little research about the inner workings of the equine leg when wraps and boots are applied. It is a growing field that needs more research before we fully understand it.
Source: The Horse, May 2017, (partial access only).
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA went to some of today’s top equine biomechanics researchers to get a better grasp on the science of the wrap and to help us unravel some of its mysteries.
INSIGHTS: The printed article discusses wrapping leg injuries, wrapping for travel, brush boots for impact protection, boost for preventing overuse injuries and temperature effects. This magazine is highly distributed. Animal health pros who deal with equine clinics, dealers or owners will want to review this information before the questions come from horse enthusiasts.