
06/03/2025
🌀ABCESS🌀
Most abscesses are generally caused by an infection with staphylococcal (meaning a group of bacteria). A cavity is created which fills with pus to form the abscess. The pus contains a mixture of dead tissue, white blood cells and bacteria and may get larger and more painful as the infection continues, causing more pus to be produced. Some indications of an abscess are mild to acute lameness, heat and swelling… it can be very painful and can sometimes take a while to find.
How can the TheraPlate help?
Increasing blood circulation brings more white blood cells and antibodies to the area to help fight the infection. It promotes hoof growth helping the cavity grow out faster and heal quicker.
TheraPlate in conjunction with poulticing of the affected hoof...
The poultice will soften the hoof wall to then make it easier for the abscess to burst through. The TheraPlate will then aid in it bursting and continued drainage of the abscess through the tract. I
I’ve had a few burst whilst on the plate or the day or two after which is great as the sooner it’s out, the happier the horse. The abscess will now bw far less painful and can start the healing process.
Other management to take into consideration while treating an Abscess.
If the abscess is bigger seek medical advice. Antibiotics may be required to help fight the infection. Once medical advice has been given you can use the TheraPlate alongside to help aid in the healing process.