Equicast is a unique casting material designed with specific properties for application on the horse's hoof. Equicast has a much higher resin content than orthopedic casting, allowing greater wear resistance. Equicast also has a special weave pattern that allows for the malleability of the casting material to the hoof. Use to apply the Equicast therapeutic shoes/clog, or to the hoof wall for the treatment of hoof problems. Equicast should be applied by a hoof care professional. Available Sizes: 4" x 5 Yards - Recommended for horses over 1300 pounds. Note: Need narrower rolls? FootPro's 2 & 3" wide rolls of casting tape is available for applying smaller clogs to smaller hooves. Application Instructions: You will need 1 pack of casting tape for each foot. Once the roll of tape has had contact with water and is applied, it will start to set up in 5 min. 1) Trim and clean the hoof walls and soles. Apply any therapeutic shoes if necessary. 2) Put on gloves. 3) Apply glue/adhesive to the outer hoof wall. You can also apply a layer of dental impression material over the heel bulbs/back part of the hoof. This protects them from abrasions and chaffing from the dried casting material. 4) Open the tape package and add room temp/cold water to the casting tape roll. Soak for 5 sec. 5) Apply the casting tape around the hoof wall and under the outer rim of the foot or shoe if applicable. Always ensure to leave sole relief and apply below the cornet/hairline. 6) Once the casting tape is on and the horse is bearing weight/foot is loaded, apply plastic stretch wrap to keep it in place while it's setting. 7) Let it set for 5 minutes while keeping your horse's weight bearing on the foot. After 5 minutes, you can remove the plastic wrap and rasp/trim any unsightly edges. *** If the horse is showing any discomfort, check for excessive sole pressure *** Visit this YouTube link for video application. Sold per pack/roll.
