Prolite® Adjustable Wither Pad Temporary Support for Horses with Muscle Atrophy and Asymmetry The Prolite® Adjustable Wither Pad is designed to provide a practical, temporary solution for horses with muscle atrophy, uneven development or asymmetry behind the withers. By allowing support to be adjusted independently on either side of the wither, the pad helps improve saddle balance while encouraging the horse to develop naturally without unnecessary restriction. Ideal for horses recovering from injury, developing topline, or rebuilding muscle following saddle fit issues, the Prolite® Adjustable Wither Pad enables subtle adjustments to be made as your horse's shape changes over time. Adjustable Support Where It's Needed The pad features specially designed pockets that accommodate removable Prolite® inserts, allowing the depth of support to be increased on one side or both sides as required. This enables the saddle to sit more evenly on horses with uneven musculature or asymmetrical withers, helping improve saddle stability and pressure distribution. As your horse gains muscle and symmetry improves, the inserts can simply be reduced or removed, allowing the pad to adapt throughout the rehabilitation or conditioning process. Ideal for Horses with Muscle Atrophy One of the most common uses for the Prolite® Adjustable Wither Pad is to provide temporary support for horses with muscle wastage behind the withers. Rather than compensating by over-flocking the saddle panels to fill the hollows, the pad provides adjustable support beneath the saddle while allowing the horse the freedom to rebuild muscle naturally. This approach enables the saddle fitter to maintain a more appropriate panel profile, reducing the need for excessive flocking adjustments that may become unsuitable as the horse's musculature develops. Versatile and Reusable Once the removable inserts have been taken out, the pad continues to provide the shock-absorbing and pressure-distributing benefits associated with Prolite® technology, making it a practical addition to your saddle fitting equipment even after your horse has regained muscle. Key Features Designed to compensate for temporary asymmetry behind the withers. Independent adjustment on the left and right sides. Removable Prolite® inserts allow precise support where required. Helps improve saddle balance and stability. Ideal for horses with muscle atrophy or uneven topline development. Allows the horse to rebuild muscle without relying on excessive saddle flocking. Inserts can be removed progressively as musculature improves. Can be used as a standard Prolite® wither pad once inserts are removed. Spare ¼" Prolite® inserts are available separately. Professional Saddle Fitting Advice The Prolite® Adjustable Wither Pad is intended as a temporary saddle fitting aid and is most effective when used under the guidance of a qualified saddle fitter. While it can help compensate for temporary changes in muscle development and asymmetry, it should not be used as a substitute for a correctly fitting saddle. When used as part of a professional saddle fitting programme, the Prolite® Adjustable Wither Pad provides an effective solution for supporting horses as they rebuild muscle, recover from injury or develop through work, helping maintain comfort while encouraging healthy, unrestricted movement.
