The Styrofoam Support Blocks are the most important tool we have found to treat horses in the acute stage of laminitis. They are pre-cut, hoof shaped pads or blocks of very dense 2" Styrofoam. (*It is important to note that regular white beaded Styrofoam is a poor substitute for this use. This consistency and thickness is very important for optimal treatment.) The Styrofoam is used to offer the horse comfort and support through this critical stage of laminitis. Use of the Styrofoam will allow the horse to stabilized so that a more comprehensive diagnosis and treatment approach can be established. Leading laminitis experts say that if you can get a horse on Styrofoam at the first sign of laminitis, you can increase your chances of limiting the devastating effects of the disease by as much as 30%. Having these blocks on hand before you need them may help save your horses life! There are 4 pads to a set. Sizes range from Small to X-Large (‘00’ to ‘4’).

$9.50/Set of 4 Blocks

The EDSS First Alert Kit is a safe, effective and inexpensive tool for horse owners, farriers and vets to have on hand for cases of acute laminitis and other acute lameness problems. The kit includes: Styrofoam Instruction Video & Booklet 4 Styrofoam Support Blocks Roll of Duct Tape

The Styrofoam Support Block System is standard treatment for acute laminitis in several universities, equine hospitals and farrier practices across the country and abroad. Now with the comprehensive instructions in the video and pre-cut blocks, horse owners and trainers can, if necessary, administer the initial treatment when laminitis is suspected. Early application of the blocks, along with the expertise of the farrier and vet will yield the best results and increase the chances of saving the horse's life! Available in 4 sizes (Small, Medium, Large & X-Large) $25.00/Kit