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HOW TO SHOP FOR JOINT SUPPLEMENTS

When it comes to joint supplements, there are many of options to choose from.
While this can seem overwhelming, it also means that there’s a perfect
supplement out there to fit your horse’s exact situation! This article will walk
you through the different categories of joint supplement, factors to consider
when selecting a formula, and ingredients to look out for depending on your
horse’s needs.


HOW THEY WORK:

There are three main categories of joint supplement. The first is simply joint
support, which, as the name implies, provides ingredients for joint health. The
other two categories include joint health ingredients along with other areas of
focus. Senior support includes ingredients to help address discomfort and
recovery support has an emphasis on helping the normal rehabilitation process.


JOINT SUPPORT

Joint supplements in this category offer ingredients to help maintain joint
health and, at higher levels of support, often include ingredients for bone,
tendon and ligament health as well. These products are generally ideal for
horses in work where the goal is to help keep them healthy and going strong for
years to come. When considering what product to provide for your horse, it will
be helpful to know what workload he is in.

Per the National Research Council, horses fall into workloads based on the
following descriptions:

Workload Hours per Week Type of Work Goal of Supplementing Light 1-3 40% walk,
50% trot, 10% canter Help maintain healthy joint tissue Moderate 3-5 30% walk,
55% trot, 10% canter, 5% low jumping, other skill work Support joints in day to
day stress Heavy 4-5 20% walk, 50% trot, 15% canter, 15% gallop, jumping, other
skill work Provide comprehensive support for joint, tendon/ligament health, and
maintain comfort Very Heavy 7 -13 1 hour/week of speed work and 6-12 hours of
slower work. Includes elite performance horses in intense, strenuous work
Provide comprehensive support for joint, tendon and ligament health, address
excess discomfort and stiffness caused by intense training and competition

While we will discuss common ingredients based on your horse’s workload, as we
walk through these different categories and levels of support, keep in mind that
you can slide your horse up and down these levels based on a variety of
additional factors including their age or health history or your budget.


KEY INGREDIENTS TO LOOK FOR:

Glucosamine is the building block of chondroitin sulfate, a specific type of
polysulfated glycosaminoglycan (GAG). Current research suggests glucosamine
plays several roles within joints. Not only does it help support the production
of new GAGs and therefore new cartilage, glucosamine has also been shown to
inhibit the free radicals and enzymes that break down cartilage. For horses in
light to moderate work, 2,000 to 7,500 mg is generally considered an appropriate
amount of glucosamine to provide, while this may increase to up to 12,000 mg for
horses in very heavy work.

Chondroitin is not only the building block of the much larger molecules
hyaluronic acid (HA) and proteoglycan (PG), but it also inhibits the effects of
various enzymes that degrade cartilage, similarly to glucosamine. Research
suggests that chondroitin sulfate is bioavailable in the horse and that it
appears to work synergistically with glucosamine to support new cartilage and
inhibition of cartilage breakdown. You’ll most often see 1,000 - 2,000 mg of
chondroitin in joint supplements regardless of the support being provided as
research has shown that, while providing chondroitin may be helpful for joint
health, providing higher levels of it may not mean providing additional support.

Hyaluronic Acid or HA, is an integral component of joint cartilage and joint
fluid, providing both lubrication and shock absorption. Hyaluronic acid is what
makes joint fluid "sticky." Because it has been shown through research to
maintain cells in the joint, providing HA orally may be particularly useful
during times of joint stress. Joint supplements that offer support to horses in
moderate work and above generally offer HA, with the amount ranging from 25 mg
for horses in moderate work to around 150 mg for horses that may benefit from
more support.

MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) is a source of organic sulfur which is required for
a number of functions in the body. MSM has been shown to help support a normal
response to inflammation as well as healthy joints; a strong immune system; and
resilient skin, coat, and hooves. MSM is an economical way to offer joint
support. You can purchase it on its own for horses in light to no work, or you
can find it as a component of more comprehensive joint support supplements for
horses in moderate to very heavy work. Typically, you’ll see it in amounts
ranging from around 5,000 mg to 12,000 mg, depending on how much support the
supplement is designed to provide.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a plant in the ginger family that has been used to
flavor food, add color, and provide health benefits for thousands of years. Its
main active substance, curcumin, has been found to exert beneficial effects on
many areas of the body, such as joints, the respiratory system, immunity, and
the GI tract, but it is perhaps most valued for supporting a normal response to
inflammation. Researchers are seeking to understand its antioxidant properties
and other activities on cells and pathways in the body. It can be purchased on
its own for antioxidant support, or it can be found in certain joint support
formulas designed for horses in moderate to very heavy work. You’ll generally
find 5,000 – 10,000 mg of turmeric powder in joint supplements that include this
ingredient.

Resveratrol is the potent antioxidant found in the skin of red grapes. A type of
natural phenol, it is part of a plant’s defense system against disease.
Resveratrol research is in the early stages, but results are promising not only
for protection against free radical damage, but also for its effects on the
cardiovascular system, blood sugar levels, brain cells, and musculoskeletal
health. About 300 – 1,000 mg of resveratrol is common for joint support.

Collagen is the primary structural protein that makes up connective tissue
throughout your horse’s body. You may see this listed on a supplement label as
“hydrolyzed” collagen, or gelatin which means it has been broken down into
smaller pieces that are more readily available for absorption. In addition to
aiding joints, tendons, ligaments, and bones, collagen is great for supporting
the health of muscles, the gastrointestinal tract, hooves, haircoat, and even
the mane and tail! 1,000 mg of collagen offers basic support while higher
levels, from 4,000 – 15,000mg may be a better choice if your horse is dealing
with particular issues.

Silica  is the second-most plentiful element on earth, yet horses may not
receive adequate levels from their diets because not all forms of silica are
bioavailable and it is easily destroyed in processing. Research over the last 30
years has shown that silica supports normal bone growth and density, maintains
the strength of connective tissue such as tendons and ligaments, has a positive
effect on wound healing, is required in cartilage formation, and maintains the
quality and appearance of skin, hair and hooves. You’ll generally find between
250 -300 mg of silica in joint and tendon and ligament products.

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SENIOR SUPPORT:

While this category implies that it is only for senior horses, this type of
support may be ideal for adult horses of any age that are dealing with
discomfort from exercise or aging. In addition to frequently providing the
ingredients mentioned in the Joint Support category to maintain healthy joints,
these supplements will focus on ingredients to maintain comfort and support a
normal response to inflammation, such as:

Boswellia is a type of tree or shrub that grows in tropical regions of Asia and
Africa. It produces a gum or sap-like substance that contains many biologically
active agents known to have therapeutic value in the body. Some of these
naturally-occurring compounds are said to interfere with the enzymes that
contribute to inflammation and discomfort. Keep an eye out for 100mg – 1,000mg
of boswellia if your horse may benefit from this ingredient’s support.

Devil’s Claw is a South African herb (Harpagophytum procumbens) that is used to
help maintain comfort in bone, joints, and other tissues. Data from 14 clinical
trials in people conducted over the last 40 years suggest devil’s claw has
beneficial properties in the musculoskeletal system. Because it contains
“bitters” as an active ingredient, which encourages appetite but also stimulates
the secretion of stomach acids, it should be used with caution in horses at risk
for gastric (stomach) issues. It is also listed on the US Equestrian Prohibited
Substance list, so we do not recommend selecting a supplement with this
ingredient if you plan to show your horse at rated shows. You’ll generally find
1,000mg - 2,500mg of devil’s claw in senior support products.

Turmeric and resveratrol, which are mentioned in detail above, may also be
particularly helpful for horses dealing with discomfort from aging or exercise.

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RECOVERY SUPPORT

For horses who are rehabbing from injury, there are particular ingredients to
keep an eye out for to help support the normal recovery process. Products in
this category tend to provide a lower level of joint support since these horses
are most often not in work, and instead will be chock-full of antioxidants and
tendon and ligament support.! If your horse is actively recovering from an
injury, it’s important to work closely with your veterinarian to determine the
ideal supplement program. Therefore, we’d recommend that you talk to your vet
about what you learn here before choosing a supplement for your recovering
horse.

Ingredients to look for:

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body, especially in muscle
tissue. Although it is not an essential amino acid, there is such great demand
for its use in the body that production may not be able to keep up with
consumption, so supplementing may be necessary. Glutamine plays an important
role in the recovery and repair of many types of tissues, and supplementing
1,000 mg -2,000mg of glutamine can be a good choice for supporting this normal
recovery process.

Tendon and ligament support can also be important in this category if your horse
is dealing with issues in this area. As mentioned in more detail above, collagen
and silica can be ideal ingredients to keep an eye out for to help maintain soft
tissue health.

Antioxidants like turmeric, resveratrol and MSM mentioned above, can also play a
vital role in supporting a healthy recovery as they help to address cell stress
and support normal cell health.

Herbs like devil’s claw and boswellia are also very common in this category, as
they can help support a normal response to inflammation and address excess
discomfort.

Looking for recovery support? Take a look at our SmartFlex Rehab® Pellets.


WHAT TO EXPECT FROM JOINT SUPPORT SUPPLEMENTS:

While you can’t see inside your horse’s joints, providing an appropriate joint
supplement is a great way to ensure he’s getting a steady supply of the
ingredients his body needs to help keep up with the demands of his workload.  If
your horse generally looks and feels good, supplementing with key joint
ingredients can help you feel confident that you’ve got one of the cornerstones
of long-term joint health and comfort covered! If you are looking for more
comprehensive joint and comfort support you may notice your horse acting and
moving like his usual self within the first few months of supplementing. It’s
always important to work with your veterinarian for horses that are persistently
not moving freely, more so when your horse is in the recovery process.

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be happy to help you choose the perfect supplement program for your horse.

If you’re managing active joint health issues, we also recommend working with
your veterinarian to help come up with the best treatment and management plan
for your horse, which may include prescription medication in addition to support
from a supplement.

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