Common Joint Concerns

Building a More Durable Athlete Starts With The Joint

5 Contributors To An Unhealthy Joint

Proactive Care Through Proper Diet and Supplementation

“By having the building blocks available via high-quality nutrition and supplementation, the horse is better able to deal with small issues before they become a clinical problem.”
— Carter Judy, DVM, DACVS,

Step 1. It All Starts With

A Strong Foundation

Platinum Performance® Equine helps support healthy joints with omega-3 fatty acids, glucosamine sulfate and antioxidants.

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Putting It Into Practice

Contributors Support
1

Inflammation
Inflammation is part of the body’s natural healing process. However, continual exposure to excessive inflammation can be unhealthy and is a primary cause of equine joint problems.
  • Omega-3 fatty acids, glucosamine, cetyl myristoleate, antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E, and botanical compounds such as Boswellia help support healthy levels of inflammation
Inflammation
Normal Synovial Membrane
2

Excessive Free Radicals
Produced as a response to exercise, poor nutrition or environmental factors, they can degrade the hyaluronic acid in the synovial fluid — needed to cushion and lubricate joints and smooth movement.
  • Antioxidants help offset the damaging effects of free radicals
  • Hyaluronic Acid helps maintain synovial fluid viscosity and normal joint function
Free Radical Damage
Healthy Synovial Fluid
3

Degradative Enzymes
Negatively impact cartilage health. Cartilage breakdown can cause friction due to the loss of protection provided by healthy cartilage.
  • Omega-3 fatty acids can help maintain a healthy level of enzyme expression to support healthy cartilage
  • Glucosamine is a building block of certain cartilage components
Enzymatic Activity
Intact Collagen
4

Injury or Overuse
Although exercise is important for the growth and maintenance of healthy joints, overuse or exercise-related injuries often contribute to the development of joint concerns.
  • Silicon helps maintain strength of bone and soft tissues
  • MSM provides sulfur, a key component of cartilage and other connective tissues
Traumatic Injury or Overuse
Normal Cartilage
5

Natural Aging Process
Everyday activity and exercise contribute to normal wear and tear on the joints. Prolonged exposure to free radicals and inflammation also speeds the aging process.
  • Omega-3 fatty acids support healthy levels of inflammation
  • Antioxidants help offset the effects of free radicals
Low-Grade Cartilage Damage
Normal Cartilage

Step 2. Targeted Joint Support

With Hyaluronic Acid

Platinum Joint Care Competition + HA supports healthy joints and also helps maintain the synovial fluid that lubricates the joints. This formula contains hyaluronic acid, as well as cetyl myristoleate, Boswellia serrata and vitamin C, and is in full compliance for horses in competition.

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