Standard Wooden Hoof Blocks, 112–140 mm, Kerbl

Wooden blocks from the Standard series by Kerbl are a key orthopedic accessory used in professional hoof trimming for cattle. The product helps solve the problem of lameness and hoof inflammations by relieving pressure on the affected claw through attaching the block to the healthy hoof. As experts emphasize, “hooves carry milk” – only a healthy, pain-free animal can maintain optimal production.

Application

The blocks are intended for use in specialized zootechnical procedures:

• Relief of diseased hooves: elevating the healthy claw to prevent the affected side from contacting the ground and bedding.
• Support in the treatment of mastitis-related complications and hoof infections: accelerating regeneration of soft tissues and the hoof capsule.
• Working environment: dairy farms, veterinary clinics, mobile hoof trimming units.

Principle of operation

The blocks act as a temporary orthopedic prosthesis. They are attached to the clean and degreased healthy hoof using specialized polyurethane adhesives or resins (e.g., Technovit). Thanks to the height of the block, the adjacent infected or injured claw is lifted off the ground, eliminating pressure and pain during movement, allowing wounds to heal freely and hoof horn to regenerate.

In practice

• Optimal length (112–140 mm) → allows support adjustment to hoof sizes of cows of different breeds and ages.
• Natural wood → the material has suitable porosity, ensuring excellent adhesive bonding and dressing stability even in humid barn conditions.
• Proper wear characteristics → the wood naturally wears down over time, enabling the block to fall off automatically after the healing process is completed (usually after 4–6 weeks).
• Economical solution → the Standard line offers the best price-to-quality ratio for large-scale hoof correction procedures in large herds.