Heat and massage are both commonly used to help our horses perform at their best. But how do they help?
The Benefits of Heat
Heat is a great alternative for sensitive horses who may find massage too invasive. Equally, it's great to use alongside massage to keep muscles in top condition. Best used as part of your daily routine alongside training to reap the most benefit!
Research shows that for an effect, tissue temperature needs to increase by at least 3 to 5°C from the resting temperature (Bockstahler et al, 2004). It should be noted though however, that using something that it too hot could cause your horse discomfort and even damage to the tissue.
Heat is ideal for:
- Older horses.
- Horses that are slow to warm up.
- Horses in work.
- Young horses who are learning new things.
- Horses undergoing retraining.
- Those returning to work after a period of rest.
The Benefits of Massage
Massage helps horses:
- Horses on stall rest to maintain good circulation.
- After exercise to help support recovery.
- Before exercising as part of warm-up.
- At a show, to relax after traveling.
- On your horse or pony’s day off as general maintenance.
- Anytime as a reward!
Massage and Heat Product for Your Horse.
The Equilibrium Massage Mitt Hotspot
Combining two types of massage, with three intensities, and heat settings to aid relaxation and soothe your horses’ muscles, the Hotspot can be used to target any muscle on your horse, including the neck, shoulder, hindquarters, and hamstrings. Better yet, it's easy to wipe down and clean so you can use it on yourself too! Tested to increase skin temperature by 8.7 degrees Celsius on average, the Hotspot provides reliable and repeatable heat.
The Hotspot:
- Allows you to tailor your session – pick from heat and 2 different types of massage.
- Fits into your daily routine with a 10-minute program.
- Means you can reach any muscle.
- Is battery-operated so you can take it with you wherever you go!
