| 摘要 |
<p>The inventive saddle pads (20) are for placement between a saddle (20) and a horse's back, or between a saddle (20) and the rider, for therapeutic and cushioning protection for the horse and for the rider. The saddle pads (20) incorporate a perforated honeycomb cellular structure (44) which contours to the horse's back and/or the saddle (20) to provide uniform load distribution. The honeycomb cells (52) of the pad (20) are aligned perpendicular to the horse's back and flex with movement to reduce shear forces against the horse's skin. The ability of the honeycomb (44) to contour and flex with the movement help keep the pad (20) security in place, eliminating rubbing and chafing.</p> |
