Moving More Freely: Sapphire's Story

For a 22-year-old mare with chronically swollen legs, one week of Red Light Therapy made a measurable difference- in every sense of the word.

Meet Sapphire.

Sapphire is a 22-year-old retired hunter/jumper mare who now spends her days teaching beginner riders the ropes. Like many senior horses, she struggles with stocking up — chronic swelling in the fetlocks of all four limbs that leaves her stiff, uncomfortable, and moving with less ease than she deserves. Her care team was looking for a gentle, consistent way to manage her swelling without adding more medication to her routine.

EquiSol horse leg wrap red light therapy in use.

Sapphire's team introduced the EquiSol Red and Near-Infrared Light Therapy Leg Wraps as a daily 15-minute treatment, applied to all four limbs once a day for seven days. Her care team tracked her fetlock circumference throughout, measuring each leg at the start and after every session.

The numbers told a clear story. By Day 6, Sapphire's fetlock circumference had decreased by approximately one inch on each leg — a consistent, significant reduction across all four limbs. Beyond the measurements, her care team noticed improved movement, less stiffness, and a noticeably happier horse.

The results were compelling enough that Sapphire's team has incorporated the EquiSol Leg Wraps into her regular care routine — keeping the swelling down and helping this beloved senior mare stay comfortable, mobile, and doing what she loves.

Please note:

EquiSol's red infrared light therapy devices, along with any other products and information featured on our site, are not designed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Our offerings are not a substitute for professional veterinary care. If you're seeking treatment for a specific issue, we strongly advise consulting with a qualified veterinarian.
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