EDSS, Inc. ~ Performance Products

Natural Balance Shoes

Steel NB Lite Sport Shoes

PolySteel Plastic NB Shoes

NB PLR Shoes

Centre Fit Shoes

TK Sliders

Vulcan RM Shoes

Elite Hind Shoes

Natural Balance Frog Pads

NB Perforated Pads

EDSS Impression Material

Impression Pads

World Race Plates

"NB Info Pack" or "NBHC Book & DVD Set"

The Natural Balance Shoe™

The most popular uses of the NBS are:

NBS Prices
Aluminum
(00 - 3) 1 to 14 Pair = $15.50/pr.
(00 - 3) 15 Pair or More = $14.50/pr.
(4) 1 to 14 Pair = $15.75/pr.
(4) 15 Pair or More = $14.75/pr.

Steel

Steel Natural Balance® Lite Sport Shoes

The most popular uses of the NBS Lite SP are:

NBS Prices

Steel NB Lite SP
(0000 - 1) = $6.70/pr.
(0000 - 1) Box of 10 Pair (all same size) = $62.00

PolySteel® Plastic

Natural Balance® Shoes

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Click HERE for .pdf version of the PolySteel Plastic Natural Balance Shoe Instruction Guide!

Natural Balance PLR

- Performance Leverage Reducer -

The NB PLR is the next generation in aluminum performance foot wear for horses.  As the demands on performance horses has increased over the decades, so has a need to update the way we care for their feet.  The latest information regarding pathology in pleasure and performance horses is suggesting that the lack of leverage relief offered by either foot wear or the terrain is a primary cause.  Strain or lesions on the DDFT and the connective tissue around the coffin (DIP) joint is a growing concern based on MRI findings over the last 5 years.  Because horses were not particularly designed to turn and run in tight circles, the joints in the lower limb, especially the coffin joint takes a beating.  When the connective tissue and the joint surface itself becomes traumatized, the soundness & performance of the horse rapidly decreases.  Reducing the leverage to the joint by bringing the breakover point of a shoe to a closer proximity to the tip of P3 has proven to be extremely beneficial as a treatment protocol.  When this approach also includes the reduction of leverage both medially and laterally, the results are even better.  Now that we have a better understanding of the causes to so many of these pathologies, and the treatments that are working to remedy them, we now have some guidelines on how to prevent these lameness issues.  The optimized reduction of leverage offered by the NB PLR is proving to not only be a superior tool for treating lameness, but also for preventing lameness and improving performance.  The simple fact is that horses that are free of pain with a reduction in the amount of effort it takes to move will perform better and stay sounder longer.  That is what the NB PLR offers the performance horse.

NB-PLR Prices
(00 - 3) 1 to 14 Pair = $18.50/pr.
(00 - 3) 15 Pair or More = $17.75/pr.

NOTES & RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FARRIERS

Within each box of Centre Fit Horseshoes you will find detailed application guidelines that will be helpful when both preparing the foot and applying the shoes.  The following comments are highlighted points from those guidelines that have proven to be key ingredients to the successful application of not only the Centre Fit shoes, but most shoes on the market today.

• Take the time to carefully follow the hoof mapping protocol listed on the instructions the first several times you apply the Centre Fit Horseshoes.  It is a useful tool that can be used often, and in conjunction with any other shoe or shoeing protocol.

• When exfoliating or preparing the sole of the foot (primarily in the toe region) it is important to only remove the chalky or flaky sole material.  You should not over exfoliate the sole or invade the live, functional sole material (the waxy appearing surface).  If you follow this general rule of thumb, you will rarely end up with a horse that is off for a few days after shoeing.

• Trimming the heels close to the level of the live, functional sole will help produce a stronger, more stable base of support, and will also help get the frog in closer to proximity to the ground so it can help share the load.

• Dressing the flares on the dorsal wall prior to fitting your shoe ensures that your shoe shape & placement will have a better relationship to the coffin bone.  If you shape and fit your shoe before you dressing the wall, you increase your chances of shoeing to hoof wall distortion and not achieving the best balance for the coffin bone and coffin joint.

If you would like a full version of the Centre Fit Horseshoe Application Guidelines, please visit our website or contract your farrier supply store or distributor.

Centre Fit Shoes are Patent Pending

By EDSS, Inc.

The TK Sliders are a new high quality sliding plate designed by Troy Kerr, farrier of worlds champion reining horses, and Equine Digit Support System, Inc..  The general shape of the shoe has a bold toe with an arched bevel to allow better breakover and better stabilization during the slide.  The Inside web of the shoe is made as straight as possible on the Regular and Super Slider models, to minimize friction over the ground surface of the foot during slides.  At the same time, the outside perimeter of the shoe closely follows the radius of the foot to make for a close fit (meaning less chance of pulling shoes), yet does not hinder slide length. (Click here for a Full TK Slider Application Article [.pdf 730 KB])

An innovative concept for the enhancement & maintenance of the performance horse.

What type of horses might benefit from TK Sliders?

• Horses required to use themselves athletically.

• Horses with elongated hind toes.

• Horses with a short, choppy stride in the hind end.

• Horses with a history of lameness in the hind legs, hips or back.

Four Different Styles of TK Sliders

• MPS (Multi-Purpose Sliders) are approximately 3/4" to 7/8" wide and are a good choice for: Reiners, Cowhorses, Cutters, Calf & Team Roping Horses, Barrel Horses, & Horsemanship Horses.
• RS (Regular Sliders) are approximately 1" wide and are a good choice for: Reiners, Cowhorses, & Show Roping Horses
• MAX are approximately 1" wide and are a good choice for: Reiners, Cowhorses, Rodeo & Show Roping Horses
• SS (Super Sliders) are approximately 1.25" wide and are a good choice for Reining Horses.

(Click here for a Full TK Slider Application Article [.pdf 730 KB])

Specific Design & Features of the TK Sliders

The TK Slider was developed to offer extensive benefits regarding function, soundness, hoof health, and ease & correctness of application.  Below are a few of the unique features of these sliding plates.

Bold Toe with Radiused Bevel:

• Breakover - The TK Slider's bold toe allows for an efficient breakover, thus eliminating one of the greatest causes of stress in the hind leg mechanism - a too long hind toe.  An efficient breakover results in longer stride length and relieved pressure on rear tendons, joints and muscles.  This makes for a deeper driving and smoother moving horse with a reduced chance of stumbling or stubbing a hind toe.  The deeper driving and freer moving horses, the more balance he will be in all athletic maneuvers, especially stops, fast circles and hard turns.
• Stability - While allowing the hind toe to be better orientated to the coffin bone, the TK Slider provides optimum support directly beneath the central structure of the hind foot.  This stability promotes greater confidence for the horse and critical physical support during difficult maneuvers such as sliding stops.  The horse can feel where his foot is and push against the ground with his toe and central foot, knowing he has support where he needs it most.
• Closer Fitting Toe - The ability to fit the TK Slider full on the hoof but close at the toe results in decreased incidence of over-reaching.  A truer hind foot flight path makes for improved overall balance of the horse, and the bold toe is less likely to snag a front foot if over-reaching does occur, avoiding dangerous injury to horse and rider.  The full fit to the rest of the hoof promotes solid support and protection, resulting in a sounder and more athletic horse.

Straight Inside Edge:

• Stimulation - The inside branches of the TK Sliders are designed to avoid interfering with the ground contact that the hoof needs for good circulation.  Opening the sole up to the ground surface allows the frog to make close contact with the ground, thus supplying good circulation.  Following the Natural Balance hoof preparation guidelines will result in better overall hoof health and less instances of contracted heels and other problems due to poor circulation and support.

• Sliding - The straight inside branches of the TK Slider allow even the deepest soils to transfer across the bottom of the foot and through the heels without interference.  Reduced drag means longer, deeper stops and much less stress on the horse.

Sizing Chart for TK MPS, RS & SS

Sizing Chart for TK MAX & Multi-MAX

(Click here for a Full TK Slider Application Article [.pdf 730 KB])

$9.95 (See the "Natural Balance Introduction Package" for Special Offer)

The “New Hope for Soundness” book supplies horse owners, veterinarians and farriers with background and instruction material to the principles of Natural Balance™. Contents include: The Wild Horse Study, Recognizing Hoof Deformity, The Natural Trim, Natural Balance Shoeing, and The Equine Digit Support System. There are suggestions for hoof preparation and shoe placement throughout the book, along with many drawings to help make Natural Balance™ principles understandable and user-friendly. The majority of information is concise and to the point. “New Hope for Soundness” is an excellent tool for anyone who is interested in helping and maintaining their horses feet. Click here for a "New Hope For Soundness" order form that you can print out and mail or fax to us.