Footy stars are using gel designed for treating ANIMALS to get over their injuries - despite the fact it hasn't been cleared for use on humans Some players are using Rapigel, which is meant for treating horses and dogs Players using Rapigel for reducing swelling in knees and tendons in animals The product is not on the banned list of Australian Sports Anti-doping Authority Rapigel makers say they have not conducted any research for its use in humans
By Sahil Makkar For Daily Mail Australia
Published: 07:10 BST, 19 May 2019 | Updated: 07:14 BST, 19 May 2019
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NRL stars are reportedly using a horse gel to treat their injuries despite warnings that the treatment should not be used by humans.
Players are using Rapigel, which contains menthol, camphor and isopropyl alcohol, and reduces swelling in knees and tendons.
The product is not on the banned list of Australian Sports Anti-doping Authority, but it prominently carries warning that says it is 'for animal treatment' only.
It is mainly used to treat horses and dogs.
