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Equi-Tape® by RS Bioceuticals
World class athletes and weekend warriors alike have recognized the benefits of athletic kinesiology tape for rehabilitation of injuries, injury prevention and training.

About RS Bioceuticals
RS Bioceuticals Inc. was formed to bring to the animal health, equine and companion animal markets, targeted niche products in categories that are either underserved or underrepresented. Our team consists of industry professionals with over 100 years of collective industry experience. Our tag line - "Innovation thru Collaboration™" is based on years of understanding the value and importance of relationships. Knowing what we know and knowing what we don't allows us to use our manufacturing, marketing, sales distribution and product development relationships to solve critical business challenges and build successful and viable product and brand solutions.

About Equi-Tape® Creator, Beverly Gordon
Product Creator and Founder, Dr. Beverly Gordon, is a certified Taping Practitioner and has focused much of her professional career on the practical applications of scientific principles to help keep horses sounder and improve equine athletic performance.

Dr. Gordon served as past director of the New York Chiropractic Outpatient facility. Dr. Gordon taught clinical sciences at NY Chiropractic College, and has an added certification as an animal chiropractor. Dr. Gordon's background is in bio-mechanics with a specialty in training resistances. In 1997, she sold her human practice and began working primarily with horses. She has consulted for numerous veterinary facilities, and has published over 35 articles on equine- related topics. Currently Dr. Gordon writes a column for Sidelines Magazine called The Horse In Motion which focuses on issues related to equine movement.

What Is Equi-Tape®?
Equi-Tape® Elastic Equine Kinesiology Tape is the first elastic therapeutic tape created specifically for horses. World class athletes and weekend warriors alike have recognized the benefits of athletic kinesiology tape for rehabilitation of injuries, injury prevention and training. Now Equi-Tape® along with Equi-Taping™ methodology is available to the equestrian community.

How Can Equi-Tape® Help MY Horse?
Equi-Tape® can be used to address a variety of equine conditions, and it helps give support and stability to joints and muscles while at the same time allowing for full range of motion. This non-medicated tape can be used to help rehabilitate injuries and return horses to soundness sooner. Latex free for sensitive skin, this elastic cotton two-way tape has advanced adhesive properties for ease of application, removal and placement. It stays on in all weather conditions and temperatures.

* Decrease muscle spasms
* Reduce inflammation and associated pain
* Reduce swelling and edema
* Re-educate muscle memory
* Support ligaments, tendons and joints
* Prevent injury and speed recovery
* Help with injury rehabilitation
* Increase circulation and promote healing
* Increase equine athletic potential

Is There Any Difference In The Colors As Far as Results or Applications?
There is no difference in the different colored tapes. The colors are purely personal preference. Some people like to play with the colors. Tip: For photo records on applications, you might consider using different colors for different goals in a single taping so that when you refer to the picture, you will know what each piece of tape was used for.

Do I Need To Shave My Horse's Coat Before Applying It?
You do not need to shave your horse's coat unless you feel the coat is too long for the tape to adhere to. Long hairy areas like feathers on the pasterns would likely need to be trimmed. If you tape over a very recently clipped horse, you must make sure all the loose hairs are adequately removed or the tape will not adhere well.

Can I Apply The Tape Myself or Do I Need A Vet?
Equi-Taping™ method was designed to help you follow simple taping guidelines to successfully apply the tape to your horse. However, it is always recommended to consult with a trained taping practitioner to determine proper assessment and taping techniques for your horse. Often a qualified taping practitioner will assess your horse and leave you with taping protocols to aid you in using Equi-Tape as part of a successful training or rehab program.

Will The Tape Stay On If My Horse Gets Wet Or Sweaty?
The tape, if applied properly, can stay on for up to 4 days based on the application goals. However, applications can be helpful when applied for several hours after massage, chiropractic, laser, or other such modalities as the Equi-Tape will enhance the effects of these treatments for the duration of the tape application. If you bathe your horse you might
want to take a towel and pat the tape dry when you are finished to assist drying time. When applied correctly, horses should be able to train and perspire while wearing the tape. If you notice the ends of the tape pulling up, we suggest you either cut off the ends that are no longer sticking or apply another piece perpendicular to act as an
additional anchor.

Can The Tape Be Used As A Support Wrap Like Vet Wrap or Ace Bandage?
You do not want to use Elastic Kinesiology Tape as a compression bandage, like you would use Vet Wrap or other similar bandaging for. Wrapping tightly defeats the purpose of the benefit of the tape's ability to decompress the tissue. The decompression allows for oxygen to circulate and increase flow of fluids to and from an area which aid in healing, rehabilitation, and training. Additionally, one of the benefits of using elastic kinesiology tape is that while it supports
and stabilizes, it allows for full range of motion during movement, which makes it a very useful addition to training regimes and rehab programs.

What Do Horse Owners SAY About Equi-Tape® ?
Neve Myburgh, Certified German Bereiter Wellington, FL
I once had a horse come to me in training that had been labeled 'difficult', a rearer who shut down to all driving aids and refused to go forward. After riding the horse a couple of times, I was convinced this was not a behavioral issue but a legitimate response to pain. Dr. Gordon evaluated the horse, and after a chiropractic adjustment suggested daily equi-taping in the saddle area and over the croup. Within a few days there was already a marked change in the horse’s
behavior. Only a month later, with daily taping, and re-assuring corrective riding and gymnastisizing, the horse moved more freely in front of the leg and stopped all rearing. We were also able to work on lateral suppleness and greater thoroughness, developing smoother half passes and flying changes. Thanks Bev!

Morgan Dalis, Alfred University Equestrian Team
I tried Equi-Tape on my 14 year old QH, Ace. When Dr. Gordon examined him, he had many, very painful trigger points, before she was even done applying the tape, he was much less sensitive and reactive when he was touched along his back. It also made a huge difference when I rode him. Acey was Equi-taped for our ride the day before a dressage
show so that he would be more comfortable during the competition. His left side is usually super stiff, resulting in a sketchy right lead. At our dressage show today, his right lead received an 8, higher than any other movement of the test!!!!! Equi-tape is definitely awesome. (and it worked great on my ankle too!)

Diane Rodich, Top Class Dressage Ringoes, NJ
Dr. Gordon showed me how to tape my Grand Prix dressage horse for a suspensory problem. The horse responded very well to the taping, and I noticed that the inflammation and pain were greatly diminished after only a few days. My vet was amazed at how quickly the swelling was reduced and she commented that Billy's ankle never looked better, and
she too was amazed with how well the tape worked. There is no doubt the Equi-Tape does reduce inflammation, and allows the horses to be more comfortable. When using the Equi-Tape, I found that there was virtually no swelling in Billy's left hind ankle, before or after I worked him. It was really amazing, and I couldn't quite believe it myself. I had been previously cold hosing and icing the fetlock, both after riding and during the day, and I actually stopped doing that and just kept the tape on 24/7. His leg looked amazing, the best it ever had since being injured. I highly recommend it to anybody, and I will continue to use it on my horses.

Where Can I Order Equi-Tape®?
Equi-Tape is available thru feed, farm & tack stores, online retailers and in most major catalogs like DoverSaddlery, ValleyVet, BigDWeb or you can go to equi-tape.com to find the nearest retailer.

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