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Equine water treadmill exercise enhances fitness and rehabilitation by improving limb flexion and stride. It is most effective when integrated into a complete treatment plan, not used alone.
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Area of Science:
- Equine Sports Medicine
- Veterinary Rehabilitation
Background:
- Water treadmill exercise is an emerging modality in equine fitness and rehabilitation.
- Evidence-based guidelines are needed for its effective application.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a scientific and clinically relevant description of water treadmill exercise for equine fitness and rehabilitation.
- To offer veterinarians an evidence-based guide for implementing this therapy.
Main Methods:
- A literature review was conducted.
- Information was compiled into a video format for educational purposes.
Main Results:
- Water treadmill exercise is an aerobic activity that increases distal limb flexion and range of motion without adverse effects.
- It leads to increased stride length and decreased stride frequency.
- This exercise modality is most effective as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation plan.
Conclusions:
- Individualized water treadmill programs can be developed using kinematic data, clinical findings, and controlled studies.
- Veterinary or trained personnel oversight is crucial for program adjustments during rehabilitation.
- Future multicenter trials are needed to establish standardized protocols for specific injuries.

