Wettringen (August 16, 2025) Training and rehabilitation center “Pferd & Reiter” (Horse & Rider) run by successful dressage rider and therapist Tessa Welp.

No, this woman does not see “red.” She prefers orange. She is far too lively and balanced to see “red.” Her infectious good humor, combined with her hands-on yet sensitive approach and her extensive expertise and experience, rubs off on both her four-legged and two-legged clients. And ideally, horse and rider can be treated together, because after all, they are a team and influence each other.

From electrostimulation using Equitron/Omnitron to osteopathy and physiotherapy, magnetic therapy, trigger point treatment, heat, light, or brine therapy, to the use of sound waves, local and whole-body vibration stimulation, and aqua training, Tessa Welp relies on a wide range of treatment methods to counteract an equally wide range of health problems or, if possible, to prevent them from arising in the first place through preventive training methods.

Oliver Sandmann was also impressed by this wide range of services during his visit to the rehabilitation center. The owner of Sascotec wanted to see for himself that the Aquatrainer he had delivered and installed a long time ago was working perfectly to the satisfaction of Tessa Welp and her customers. Mission accomplished, it’s doing what it’s supposed to do! And when there are no problems to discuss, it’s a great opportunity to exchange ideas on how the device could be used even more effectively in the future. There are already some ideas on this. More on this soon!

We wish Tessa Welp continued success and good health for both rider and horse, and look forward to working with her in the future!

“Biplanar what-excuse me?” the interested reader may ask when reading the above title. This is how the discussions began between Sascotec founder and managing director Oliver Sandmann and the institute’s director, Professor Mülling, and his colleagues following a successful public tender.

In short, it is a three-dimensional X-ray procedure that uses up to 500 images per second to precisely map the position of bones, joints, and soft tissues—and does so in motion!

Until now, such measurements could only be taken using reference points attached to the outside of the animals’ skin or fur. When the animals move—especially when they move quickly—skin displacement causes significant deviations from the measurement point, for example, to a targeted joint protrusion. This distorts the results and, in some cases, significantly reduces their significance. The deviations measured using the FluoKin method, on the other hand, are less than one millimeter and less than one degree! A quantum leap in accuracy!

The technology can be used not only for small animals such as dogs or cats, but also for large animals such as horses and cattle – although not for elephants, due to space and capacity constraints. Because the radiation exposure is harmless, humans can also be examined. Not only medical research, hospitals, and rehabilitation institutes could benefit from the measurement results, but in a further step, sports associations and clubs could also be conceivable. But we are not there yet. The facility, equipped with Japanese X-ray technology, only recently went from test to regular operation and is the only one of its kind in Germany and one of the few worldwide.

Before the X-ray measurement, however, the gods had set a requirement that caused quite a headache due to the spatial conditions and content specifications: the construction and procurement of a treadmill suitable for this purpose! After all, the test subjects cannot walk around freely in the room, which is already too cramped and crammed with exclusive technology. Buying an off-the-shelf treadmill? No chance. Too many special requirements. Depending on the recording situation and test subject, the two ramps and all railings, side walls, and screens must be quickly removable. In other words, light enough for assembly and disassembly, yet sufficiently safe and stable.

It also had to be suitable for X-rays, i.e., lead-coated so as not to interfere with imaging. Controllable from various sides, it will in future be equipped with modern force measurement plates and more. Around 20 basic design requirements had to be met in order to fulfill the institute’s specifications. In short: an experienced treadmill supplier with specialist knowledge, great flexibility, and reliability was needed.

The institute found this supplier in the person of Oliver Sandmann, a manufacturer of high-quality horse training and rehabilitation equipment based in the beautiful Emsland region. Following the acquisition of the internationally renowned Mustang high-speed treadmill from Switzerland, which is used in numerous veterinary clinics worldwide, his company Sascotec already has some medical expertise. In addition, Sascotec is currently testing a new AI-supported health analysis system for horses, which is to be integrated into its in-house treadmills in the near future.

And since you don’t get any dumber when you take on new challenges, Oliver Sandmann redesigned the Leipzig treadmill from scratch after receiving the order: closely oriented to the manageable spatial conditions, fulfilling all medical requirements, taking into account the practical aspects of easy assembly and disassembly, safe handling for both the operating personnel and the animals being examined, and maintaining the excellent material quality that has made Sascotec products famous worldwide. Operation successful! The treadmill works, and so does the X-ray technology!

Now exciting examinations are on the agenda, which will enable completely new insights and precise statements about the position and (possibly incorrect) strain on the skeleton, joint surfaces, tendons, and muscles in motion. The data collected from the high-speed images allows for precise analyses of actual conditions. They also map individual clinical pictures, from which more effective therapies can be derived than was previously the case.

“We have learned a lot and are extremely proud to have managed to reconcile all the initially contradictory requirements. We are delighted to have contributed to the realization of the FluoKin process and wish the Leipzig Institute every success in its research in the service of animal health!” concludes Oliver Sandmann in our telephone conversation.

Readers who would like to delve deeper into the subject are referred to the following web address:

https://www.vetmed.uni-leipzig.de/veterinaer-anatomisches-institut/forschung/labore/hochfrequenz-fluoreszenz-kinematographie

Only the best!

SASCOTEC: High-quality training and rehabilitation technology for horses, developed and manufactured in Germany—the impressive combination of solid engineering and tried-and-tested stable expertise.

The focus: our Aquatrainer. The benchmark on the market! Made entirely of heavy-duty stainless steel.* With external electric drive with high power reserves and lubrication-free, low-maintenance high-tech bearings. With the unique Dynamic Joint Protector floor, which significantly reduces impact and provides maximum protection for the horse’s joints. Ideal for rehabilitation, muscle building, and endurance training. Optional AI-supported performance and health analysis systems take training to a new level. Clinically tested! Recommended by experts!

The Elite X 45 treadmill also offers the highest quality: a long running surface, no inclines in the belt guide, robust mechanics, modular extensions, and precise control! The design? A combination of functionality and elegance!

Whether aqua training or gallop treadmills, horse solariums, vibration trainers, or other equipment that supports efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the stable: SASCOTEC clearly sets itself apart from the competition! With premium materials, innovative technology, intuitive usability, long-term operational reliability, maximum value retention, maximum safety, expert advice, and the best service!

Get in touch with us! We look forward to hearing from you!

* The V4 A version is even suitable for salt water!

If you’re going to do it, do it right – SASCOTEC!

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With his third Olympic victory, this time in the beautiful and challenging Versailles Park in Paris, Michael Jung has crowned himself the most successful rider of all time in his discipline with a fantastic ride on his horse Chipmunk!

In numerous interviews, Michael Jung thanked his large “family” of helping hands and long-standing supporters in breeding, training, and keeping his horses, which are as diverse in type as they are equally successful in their results. Knowledge, experience, patience, empathy, and reliability are required here. These are values to which a manufacturer of horse training and rehabilitation equipment such as Sascotec is also fully committed.

As a long-standing sponsor and partner of Michael Jung, Sascotec is therefore delighted to have contributed a little to these successes! We now wish the rider and horse a well-deserved break to recover and celebrate and enjoy this victory!

Here’s to continued good cooperation!

At the age of 7, the Icelandic mare Gloa suffered a suspensory ligament injury. After a two-year break from grazing and subsequent use as a broodmare, Gloa was no longer lame and was slowly retrained using the Sascotec horse treadmill. The training duration and

incline intensity were continuously increased until Gloa’s training program included treadmill training with incline for 40 minutes, 5 days a week, in addition to riding training. At the age of 13, Gloa achieved a great result (6 x grade 8.5) in the Icelandic breeding test (Fizo).

Stefanie Engbers (breeder of Gloa, owner of the Ems equine dental practice): “Without the incline training on the Sascotec horse treadmill, Gloa would not have achieved such a good result in the breeding test. Gloa had problems building up carrying power in her hindquarters. The carrying power in her hindquarters was not only essential for her to reach her full movement potential, but is also important for the long-term health of my mare. The fetlock joint of the front leg is now relieved of pressure by the hindquarters during movement. Since there are no mountains here in Emsland, the treadmill with incline was the best way to get Gloa back in shape in the long term.

“Hello Oliver, we are very satisfied. The adjustment options make it very flexible to use. The Elite Solarium also functions flawlessly. One advantage of the Fastdry is that it is easy to clean due to its enclosed body. It is also visually appealing. Best regards, Daniel”

Yes, we admit it: we are delighted to receive positive feedback and confirmation from our two- and four-legged customers! The horse enjoys the soothing warmth and this picture also warms our hearts – something we all need in these difficult times!

We hope you stay healthy! And we will continue to work for the health of your beloved pets – that’s a promise!

The horse solarium will save valuable time in the future. “Without the solarium,” says Frankie, “we have to start washing the horses at 7:00 a.m. if customers are coming in the afternoon to look at a horse for sale. Now the horses dry much faster under the device, the moist air is removed, and they enjoy the cozy factor and healthy infrared radiation at the same time. The time saved can be put to good use for other necessary work, which has a positive economic impact.”

Horses happy, customers happy, Sascotec happy: with our solariums, the sun shines for everyone!