Description
Why is different?
100% Natural Mineral Clay – a rich source of silica, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, titanium, potassium, sodium, vanadium, and aluminum.
High-Concentration Liposoluble Arnica penetrates tissues more easily, releasing active compounds even through the skin’s lipid barrier.
Menthol Crystals dissolved in purified alcohol provide an immediate cooling effect, improve microcirculation, and enhance arnica absorption.
ClayPower is the “soothing and decongesting” version of Argistrong: it maintains the same mineral base but adds liposoluble arnica, which acts deeply without compromising the clay’s natural draining and remineralizing effects.
“Combined Action”
Benefits for Tendons, Ligaments, and Muscles
Rapidly reduces the sensation of heat and tension after work. Promotes tissue decongestion following intense effort or microtraumas. Supports muscle recovery and helps prevent lactic acid buildup.
Maintains tissue elasticity and oxygenation, promoting physiological relaxation. Supports lymphatic and venous circulation, enhancing drainage.
Why Use ClayPower for Sport Horses?
1. Exercise Physiology in the Athletic Horse
During sporting activities—jumping, galloping, trotting, dressage, or endurance—the tendons, ligaments, and muscles of the limbs undergo:
Mechanical microtrauma from repeated traction and vibrations;
Increased tissue temperature (locally exceeding 40°C);
Accumulation of lactic acid and inflammatory metabolites (prostaglandins, histamine, free radicals);
Increased vascular permeability, leading to lymphatic stagnation.
If not properly managed, these phenomena can result in stiffness, heat, edema, and an increased risk of chronic tendon or muscle inflammation.
2. Physiological Role of Mineral Clay
The mineral clay in ClayPower works on three fronts:
a. Thermoregulatory effect: During natural drying, the clay absorbs heat from the skin surface—reducing local temperature and helping to dissipate initial inflammation.
b. Draining and osmotic effect: The lamellar structure of minerals (silica, magnesium, sodium, potassium) creates an osmotic gradient that draws excess fluids toward the surface. This promotes lymphatic drainage, rapidly reducing post-exercise swelling.
c. Remineralizing effect: Trace elements (iron, zinc, copper, calcium, vanadium) exchange ions with the skin, supplying nutrients that support connective tissue repair and the resilience of tendons and muscle fibers.
3. Action of Liposoluble Arnica
Arnica montana is well known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-edema properties. In liposoluble form, its cutaneous bioavailability is greatly enhanced because:
Active molecules (sesquiterpene lactones) penetrate connective tissue more easily;
They act directly on local inflammatory processes, inhibiting prostaglandin and leukotriene production (pain and swelling mediators);
They improve capillary microcirculation, enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to stressed tissues.
Result: Faster reduction of heat, pain, and swelling—without the need for systemic drugs or anti-inflammatories.
4. Synergy: Clay + Arnica
Clay drains and mineralizes, while arnica soothes and regenerates. This complementary biological action:
Reduces mechanical and thermal stress post-exercise;
Prevents inflammation and chronic microlesions;
Accelerates functional recovery and shortens downtime.
