Magic Cushion® hoof packing helps support hooves in several ways including relieving sole bruising and post-trimming soreness, treating abscesses, and fighting bacterial and fungal infections in the hoof. It can be used as needed, or packed under a shoe and pad and left in place through the shoeing cycle. 1) Helps to reduce pain and swelling in the hoof 2) Kills and prevents growth of bacterial and fungal infections 3) Relieves the symptoms associated with hoof concussion and trauma