{"id":902,"date":"2019-10-11T16:26:59","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T16:26:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/spee\/?p=902"},"modified":"2022-01-05T16:27:32","modified_gmt":"2022-01-05T16:27:32","slug":"massage-vs-magnetic-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/spee\/massage-vs-magnetic-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Massage vs Magnetic Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Massage and magnetic therapies have become increasingly popular for the treatment and maintenance of horses in recent years, but which is best to use and when? Equilibrium share with us their advice.<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Tension is often one of the most common reasons for poor performance in horses, and by increasing relaxation and improving back flexibility, the negative effects of tension can be reduced. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.speedgate.co.uk\/ecomm\/for-your-horse\/horse-care\/therapy.htm?categoryBrandFilters=Equilibrium%2520Products\">Equilibrium Equine Therapy<\/a>&nbsp;range is based on solid scientific innovation and is designed to help prevent injuries, heal and promote the wellbeing of the horse, both physically and mentally.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.speedgate.co.uk\/ecomm\/?categoryBrandFilters=Equilibrium%2520Products&amp;categoryQuery=massage\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.speedgate.co.uk\/ecomm\/?categoryBrandFilters=Equilibrium%2520Products&amp;categoryQuery=massage\">Massage<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues in the body, which stimulates the area treated and has a similar effect to the tissue as heat does. Vasodilation increases blood flow and brings oxygen and nutrients to the muscle and removes toxins such as lactic acid. The Equilibrium pad has been shown to have a beneficial effect after just 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When to use:-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>After exercise to remove toxins<\/li><li>During box rest for blood flow<\/li><li>Before exercise to warm up<\/li><li>Recovery from travelling<\/li><li>Maintenance on a day off<\/li><li>To relieve back problems<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Equilibrium pad and mitt are designed to offer effective, affordable, and easy to use therapy. They are battery operated and easy to charge, and offer 3 different modes &#8211; pulse, stroke and vibrate. This ensures that the muscles are worked in different ways with every session for maximum benefit. Each session lasts approximately 30 minutes and also offers 3 intensity settings depending on the depth of the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.speedgate.co.uk\/ecomm\/?categoryBrandFilters=Equilibrium%2520Products&amp;categoryQuery=magnet\">Magnetic<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The body&#8217;s cells can be energised by a magnetic field which encourages blood flow, but magnets themselves do not heal. When a powerful magnet is placed on the body, cellular activity is increased which in turn increases the rate at which they regenerate and repair. This works over a long period of time, so they are best worn overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When to use:-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Those that are cold backed<\/li><li>Reducing swelling from standing in the stable<\/li><li>To relieve stiffness e.g in cold weather<\/li><li>Those prone to tying up or muscle cramp<\/li><li>To reduce symptoms of arthritis<\/li><li>After hard work to encourage repair<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Equilibrium pad and chaps are soft and comfortable, and have removable magnets that can be positioned exactly where needed. The pad now comes in a longer length with removable quarters, as well as being washable, easy to use, and made to fit a wide range of horses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Combining the use of the magnetic and massage pads will give your horse the ultimate therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.speedgate.co.uk\/ecomm\/for-your-horse\/horse-care\/therapy.htm\">Shop All Therapy<\/a><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Massage and magnetic therapies have become increasingly popular for the treatment and maintenance of horses in recent years, but which is best to use and when? 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