Can EquiPatch be used over stitches or staples?
Yes.
Can EquiPatch be used instead of stitches?
Yes.
What type of wounds should EquiPatch NOT be used on?
- Wounds at high risk of infection such as dog bites.
- Wounds with damage to deeper structures, such as tendons, which need to be repaired separately.
Can I use EquiPatch anywhere on the horse’s body?
Yes, provided it can be fixed firmly in place.
What happens if I first use EquiPatch after 24 hours?
EquiPatch will still improve the healing times on older wounds, but the earlier EquiPatch is applied, the better the scar outcome.
Can I use ointments with EquiPatch?
Do not apply any ointments or creams to the wound while using EquiPatch; however, they can be applied to the wound once EquiPatch has been removed.
Can I cut EquiPatch?
Yes, EquiPatch can be cut to any shape or size.
Can I join multiple patches together?
Multiple patches can be used on the same wound as long as the stripes are oriented the same way and the edges of the patches do not overlap.
Can I secure EquiPatch without a cohesive bandage?
EquiPatch can be secured in place using any method as long as the patch is kept flat and close to the wound.
What happens if I don’t place EquiPatch following the direction of the wound?
The healing outcome may not be optimal.
What is EquiPatch made of?
EquiPatch is made of a soft medical-grade silicone base infused with tiny ferromagnetic structures designed to aid the alignment of molecules flowing into the wound.
Is EquiPatch waterproof?
Yes, but it should be dried prior to use.