NOVEMBER 20, 2024 (AMSTERDAM) – Smart Horse technologies BV, the innovator behind the revolutionary Equestic SaddleClip sensor, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Equine Tendon Ltd, a leader in equine tendon diagnostics and recovery solutions.
Dutch horse training innovator partners with global leader in soft tissue injury prevention and rehabilitation to enhance proactive horse health management, combining advanced injury prevention, precise diagnostics, and ongoing recovery monitoring.
Equestic and Equine Tendon share a mission to enhance the well-being and performance of horses through cutting-edge technology and science-backed solutions.
A Shared Vision for Equine Health
Dutch horse training innovator partners with global leader in soft tissue injury prevention and rehabilitation to enhance proactive horse health management, combining advanced injury prevention, precise diagnostics, and ongoing recovery monitoring.
Equestic and Equine Tendon share a mission to enhance the well-being and performance of horses through cutting-edge technology and science-backed solutions.
Equestic’s SaddleClip empowers riders to detect early signs of potential injuries during daily training.
Equine Tendon specializes in offering highly accurate UTC diagnostics and soft tissue rehabilitation programs through the use of load limiting rehabilitation protocols.
These protocols are enabled by the TendonPro Dynamic Support System which safely permits exercise during rehabilitation promoting healthy fiber alignment throughout the healing process.
By uniting these services, the partnership creates a seamless journey for horse care – from early detection to full recovery and beyond.
“The well-being of horses has always been at the core of our mission,” said Leon Rutten, Founder of Equestic. “Partnering with Equine Tendon allows us to extend the impact of the SaddleClip beyond the training arena. Together, we’re setting a new standard in equine health by enabling continuous monitoring from injury detection to rehabilitation.”
Dr. Henk Offereins DVM, MVSc, MRCVS, Founder of Equine Tendon, shared, “This partnership with Equestic is a perfect fit.
The SaddleClip will not only enhance our ability to engage early with precise diagnostics but also empower our clients to track their horse’s recovery remotely, especially as our athletes progress from rehabilitation protocols, Ensuring a smoother transition back to peak performance.
This collaboration represents a shared commitment to innovation and horse welfare.”
Enhanced Services and Customer Benefits
The partnership is built on a complementary approach:
- Early Injury Detection: Equestic SaddleClip identifies potential issues during training, prompting riders to seek expert advice.
- Accurate Diagnostics: Equine Tendon’s cutting-edge services utilise Unltrasound Tissue Charecterisation (UTC) to provide precise injury diagnostics of tendons and ligaments enabling efficient recovery solutions.
- Seamless Recovery Monitoring: Post-recovery, the SaddleClip allows remote tracking of the horse’s recovery progress, enabling Equine Tendon’s team to provide personalized insights for long-term health.
This comprehensive approach ensures that horses benefit from proactive care at every stage of their journey, minimizing downtime and maximizing health outcomes.
Integrated Sales Channels
Under the terms of the agreement, the Equestic SaddleClip will be integrated into Equine Tendon’s sales channels, granting clients streamlined access to this advanced equine health tool. All orders will be efficiently processed and fulfilled by Equestic’s distribution center in the Netherlands, ensuring prompt delivery and maintaining a high standard of service quality.
Launch Date
The partnership will officially launch on November 20, 2024, marking the beginning of an exciting collaboration to elevate equine health management worldwide.
About Equestic
Equestic is the consumer brand of Dutch company Smart Horse Technologies BV. Equestic has sold SaddleClips in 65 markets worldwide, recording more than 400,000 unique rides over the past five years with extremely precise AI-empowered solution for assessing rider and horse combinations.
The Equestic SaddleClip, a state-of-the-art motion sensor, delivers real-time data and Equine Motion Performance Indicators helping riders, coaches, and veterinarians optimize training, ensure horse health, and improve performance.
For more information about the company, please visit www.equestic.com.
About Equine Tendon
Equine Tendon Ltd, is the world leader in the management and rehabilitation of soft tissue injuries. It has a worldwide network of centers of excellence for treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of soft tissue injuries in the equine athlete, through the use of revolutionary technologies. With a focus on precision and innovation, they provide unparalleled insights into tendon health, offering tailored recovery programs to support horses in achieving their full potential.
For more information about the company, please visit www.equinetendon.com.
