Team Roper Approved: Draw It Out's Safe, Effective Pain Relief for Horses

Draw It Out® | Roping Playbook

Team Roper’s Guide to Safe, Effective Relief Routines

Head horse or heel horse, the job is the same—cool fast, target hot zones, finish thin. Calm, scent-neutral application your horses accept. No burn. No sting. No perfumes or dyes.

Straight talk: Our topicals support comfort and routine—they don’t diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Work with your veterinarian for medical guidance.

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Why Ropers Choose DiO® Between Runs Post-Run Routine Head vs. Heel Focus Hauling Days Standing Wraps FAQ Safety

Why Ropers Choose DiO®

Calm Application

Quiet horses give you repeatable runs. We keep it scent-neutral with no menthol burn and no alcohol sting.

Barn-quiet by design

Sheen, Not Frosting

Thin, even coats that set clean under standing wraps and tack—no gumming up your gear or program.

Wrap-friendly

Show-Smart

Formulated without typical show-restricted ingredients and suitable when used as directed. Always check current rules.

Rule-aware

Built for Real Schedules

Ten-minute turnarounds, jackpots, and long slacks—routines that fit the clock and keep horses steady.

Time-efficient
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Between Runs (2–5 minutes)

  1. Quick cool-down: Light mist or sponge of IceBath™ (RTU or 1:10 if you’re sponging). Air dry—no rinse.
  2. Target hot zones: CryoSpray® on tendons, fetlocks, stifles, hamstrings. Let dry fully.
  3. Hold the heavy layers: Skip wraps between short spreads; save wrapping for post-run or haul home.
Tip: Keep a dedicated small towel and brush in your rope bag to clear sweat/dirt before any topical. Clean in = clean out.

Post-Run Routine (10 minutes, repeatable)

  1. Cool whole-body: IceBath™ RTU or 1:10 sponge. Let air dry.
  2. Target: CryoSpray® to hot zones; allow to set.
  3. Support thin: DiO® Gel—a light sheen, not a paste. Optional clean standing wraps.
  4. Under-tack rub zones (intact skin): Feather-thin Rapid Relief Cream; let set before gear next time.
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Head vs. Heel — What to Emphasize

Horse Common Focus Areas How to Play It
Head horse Shoulders/withers (rate/face), forelimb tendons & fetlocks Cool → CryoSpray® targeted → thin DiO® Gel on forelimbs; check under-tack rub zones with Rapid Relief (intact skin)
Heel horse Hocks/stifles, hamstrings, hind fetlocks Cool → CryoSpray® on hocks/stifles/hamstrings → thin DiO® Gel on hind limbs; wraps if indicated and fully set

Every horse is an individual—adjust coverage and dry times based on your program and conditions.


Hauling Days & Overnights

  • Walk out: 10 minutes on arrival and before loading back up.
  • Low-water route: Towel, then targeted CryoSpray® if it’s cold or windy.
  • Thin support: DiO® Gel on legs and big movers; optional clean wraps for overnight. Recheck ~12 hours.
Hydration matters: Offer fresh water. If you use electrolytes, follow the label and keep a second plain-water bucket available.

Standing Wraps — Clean In, Clean Out

  • Apply thin, even gel coats and allow ~60 seconds to set before bandaging.
  • Use clean quilts; even tension from mid-cannon down and back up; avoid rope lines.
  • Recheck at ~12 hours; change if damp or dirty.
  • One wrap medium: Don’t put gel/liniment directly under poultice.
Wraps Guide Poultice vs. Liniment

FAQ

Can I use these steps between back-to-back runs?
Yes—use the Between Runs play: quick IceBath™ sponge/mist, then targeted CryoSpray®. Save wraps and gel for post-run unless there’s a long gap.
Will DiO® Gel gum up my wraps?
Not when applied thin as a light sheen and allowed to set before bandaging. Clean materials are key.
Is this show-suitable?
Formulated without typical show-restricted ingredients and suitable when used as directed. Always confirm your association’s current rules.
Can I use poultice on top?
Pick one wrap medium. If you choose poultice, don’t apply gel/liniment directly beneath it.
Wounds or eyes?
No. External use on intact, clean, dry skin only; keep out of eyes and mucous membranes.

Safety & Straight Talk

  • Use on intact, clean, dry skin only. Keep out of eyes and off open/deep wounds.
  • Apply thin, even coats; allow each step to dry before the next.
  • Store sealed at room temperature, out of direct sun. Keep out of reach of children and unattended animals.
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