## Overview Noseband-related compression occurs when a noseband is fastened too tightly, compressing the muscles and tissues over the nasal bones. It causes rub marks, hair loss, skin thickening, facial tension, and resistance when the bridle is applied. Excessively tight nosebands can also restrict breathing and jaw movement. ## Causes Over-tightening of the noseband. ## Diagnosis Visual rubs or hair loss, palpation of skin thickening, and observation of resistance to bridling. ## Treatment Loosen or remove the noseband, allow skin to heal, and use a correctly fitted noseband that allows at least two fingers’ clearance. ## Recovery and Prognosis Excellent once pressure is removed. ## Prevention Proper noseband fit with adequate clearance.
rub marks or hair loss on the nose; skin thickening; facial tension when bridled; resistance to the noseband
## Overview Noseband-related compression occurs when a noseband is fastened too tightly, compressing the muscles and tissues over the nasal bones. It causes rub marks, hair loss, skin thickening, facial tension, and resistance when the bridle is applied. Excessively tight nosebands can also restrict breathing and jaw movement. ## Causes Over-tightening of the noseband. ## Diagnosis Visual rubs or hair loss, palpation of skin thickening, and observation of resistance to bridling. ## Treatment Loosen or remove the noseband, allow skin to heal, and use a correctly fitted noseband that allows at least two fingers’ clearance. ## Recovery and Prognosis Excellent once pressure is removed. ## Prevention Proper noseband fit with adequate clearance.
rub marks or hair loss on the nose; skin thickening; facial tension when bridled; resistance to the noseband