LeMieux Arctic Ice Boot The Arctic Ice Boot is a generously sized, fleixble ice boot designed to give good coverage over the intended area. Four elasticated straps allow for flexible fitting which means that it can be used anywhere on the horse's limb. The unique Hypo-Freeze Gel is formed in 24 separate pockets and contours around the limb ensuring maximum surface contact with Tendons and Joints. This gel is able to hold an intense 'arctic' freeze effect for the optimum time needed for the cooling effect to make an impact Regular use of the Arctic Ice Boot for short periods (20-30mins) after intense exercise for preventative purposes to ensure ligaments, tendons and joints remain tight. Read more… The sooner temperature of tendons can be reduced after work the better. This can apply to high intensity dressage as well as galloping, jumping and x-country. The use of Ice Boots can prevent the onset of localised swelling and heat. The purpose of using cold is to break the cycle of inflammatory response before it causes cell damage. Sold as an individual boot.