{"id":138,"date":"2021-02-18T10:26:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-18T10:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/?p=138"},"modified":"2022-09-23T11:26:09","modified_gmt":"2022-09-23T10:26:09","slug":"redposts-guide-to-equine-therapy-technology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/redposts-guide-to-equine-therapy-technology\/","title":{"rendered":"Redpost&#8217;s Guide to Equine Therapy Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With a&nbsp;<strong>huge range of therapeutic technology products<\/strong>&nbsp;available today, how do you&nbsp;<strong>choose the right one<\/strong>&nbsp;for your horse? From&nbsp;<strong>magnets and infrared technology<\/strong>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<strong>ceramic linings and massage therapy<\/strong>, it can be hard to know&nbsp;<strong>where to start!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At&nbsp;<strong>Redpost Equestrian, we\u2019re here to help<\/strong>&nbsp;you find the right form of therapy technology for&nbsp;<strong>you and your horse<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 and we can even help&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/facetresults.aspx?Term=therapy%20dog\">your dog<\/a>, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have&nbsp;<strong>any questions<\/strong>&nbsp;about any of the products listed below or would like&nbsp;<strong>personalised advice<\/strong>&nbsp;to find the right product for you, please&nbsp;<strong>give our friendly shop team a call<\/strong>&nbsp;on 01803 812040.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Please note that Redpost Equestrian makes no claims regarding the efficacy of the products and technology listed below and relies on information supplied by the manufacturers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arc4Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/accessories\/leisure-accessories\/arc4health-complete-kit--black__178599\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/arc4health3.JPG\" alt=\"Arc Equine\" title=\"Arc Equine\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-care\/therapeutic\/arcequine-complete-kit--black__178580\">Arc4Health uses<\/a>&nbsp;<strong>microcurrent technology<\/strong>&nbsp;to introduce very&nbsp;<strong>low-level electrical currents<\/strong>&nbsp;into the body through&nbsp;<strong>electrode pads<\/strong>&nbsp;applied to the skin. Microcurrents&nbsp;<strong>can\u2019t be felt<\/strong>, in the same way that you can\u2019t feel your body\u2019s own natural bio-currents because they are similar in strength. The aim of microcurrent technology is to&nbsp;<strong>support and aid the body&#8217;s own natural healing process<\/strong>. Microcurrents occur naturally within the body and they are&nbsp;<strong>vital for the production of ATP<\/strong>&nbsp;(Adenosine Triphosphate) which moves essential substances in and out of the cells, while simultaneously&nbsp;<strong>boosting the body&#8217;s absorption of amino acids<\/strong>&nbsp;(the building blocks of proteins), which are an essential component of&nbsp;<strong>tissue repair.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/arc\">Shop the Arc range<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catago FIR-Tech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-boots\/tendon-fetlock-boots\/catago-fir-tech-tendon-boots--black__196048\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/CATAGOFIRTECHTENDONBLACK-2.JPG\" alt=\"Catago FIR-Tech Tendon Boots\" title=\"Catago FIR-Tech Tendon Boots\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Catago FIR-Tech<\/strong>&nbsp;range uses&nbsp;<strong>Far Infrared Technology<\/strong>&nbsp;to penetrate&nbsp;<strong>deep into the body<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>increase blood flow<\/strong>, which in turn helps to influence&nbsp;<strong>cell energy levels<\/strong>&nbsp;by increasing the&nbsp;<strong>supply of oxygen and glucose<\/strong>&nbsp;to the cells; both&nbsp;<strong>essential<\/strong>&nbsp;in order for the&nbsp;<strong>energy-producing mitochondria<\/strong>&nbsp;to make ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate). The range includes horsewear for&nbsp;<strong>training and competing<\/strong>, as well as for&nbsp;<strong>wear in the stable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/catago?term=fir\">Shop Catago FIR-Tech<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equilibrium Massage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-care\/therapeutic\/equilibrium-therapy-massage-back-pad__148039\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/equilibrium_massage_pad_xl_2020_04.JPG\" alt=\"Equilibrium Massage Pad\" title=\"Equilibrium Massage Pad\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Equilibrium Massage Pad<\/strong>&nbsp;is designed to&nbsp;<strong>stimulate the muscles<\/strong>&nbsp;on your horses back, and it has been&nbsp;<strong>clinically proven<\/strong>&nbsp;to improve&nbsp;<strong>back flexibility and relaxation<\/strong>. Stimulating muscles by&nbsp;<strong>pulsing vibrations and stroking actions<\/strong>, the pad is manufactured with an ergonomic shape offering&nbsp;<strong>optimal comfort and fit<\/strong>. We also offer the option to&nbsp;<strong>hire the massage pad for 10 days<\/strong>&nbsp;to make sure it\u2019s the right choice for your horse. For a smaller, more portable option, try the&nbsp;<strong>Equilibrium Massage Mitt<\/strong>, which is easy to use and adjust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/equilibrium?term=massage\">Shop Equilibrium Massage<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equilibrium Magnetic Range<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-boots\/therapeutic\/equilibrium-therapy-magnetic-chaps--grey__148042\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/equilib_chaps_magnetic_gry1.JPG\" alt=\"Equilibrium Massage Pad\" title=\"Equilibrium Massage Pad\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Equilibrium magnet<\/strong>&nbsp;range uses&nbsp;<strong>Vitaflex Magnets<\/strong>&nbsp;to form strong, circular and&nbsp;<strong>permanent magnetic fields<\/strong>&nbsp;of alternating pole sequences that&nbsp;<strong>increase electric charge<\/strong>&nbsp;in the cell membrane, which in turn&nbsp;<strong>improves the cells\u2019 ability to regenerate<\/strong>. Ideal for horses with&nbsp;<strong>tendon problems, splints, navicular, bone chips<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>general knocks, bumps, and scars<\/strong>, magnetic therapy has been shown to have a&nbsp;<strong>positive effect in humans and animals<\/strong>&nbsp;treating scar tissue, inflammation, reducing swelling, stiffness, muscle cramps and arthritis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/equilibrium?term=magnet\">Shop Equilibrium Magnet<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Horseware Ice-Vibe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-boots\/stable-therapy-boots\/horseware-ice-vibe-boots--blackaqua__133074\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/hw_dbhk8v_icevibe_new_blk-aqu.JPG\" alt=\"Horseware Ice Vibe Boots\" title=\"Horseware Ice Vibe Boots\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Horseware Ice-Vibe<\/strong>&nbsp;boots combine&nbsp;<strong>massage and cooling technology<\/strong>&nbsp;to assist in the treatment of&nbsp;<strong>strains, ligament damage and tendon damage<\/strong>&nbsp;in addition to helping&nbsp;<strong>prevent injuries<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>prepare the legs for work.<\/strong>&nbsp;The boots can be used&nbsp;<strong>with or without the ice packs<\/strong>, making them a&nbsp;<strong>versatile choice<\/strong>&nbsp;for any yard. The&nbsp;<strong>vibrating technology<\/strong>&nbsp;is designed to&nbsp;<strong>stimulate the lymphatic system<\/strong>&nbsp;to reduce soreness and swelling and&nbsp;<strong>increase circulation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horseware\/stable--and--therapy-boots\">Shop Horseware Ice-Vibe<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Horseware Rambo Ionic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-boots\/stable-therapy-boots\/rambo-ionic-therapeutic-stable-boots--blackblackorange__145061\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/rambo_ionic_boots-square.JPG\" alt=\"Horseware Rambo Ionic Stable Boots\" title=\"Horseware Rambo Ionic Stable Boots\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>Horseware Rambo Ionic<\/strong>&nbsp;system uses&nbsp;<strong>negative ion therapy<\/strong>&nbsp;to produce a&nbsp;<strong>non-invasive, measurable<\/strong>&nbsp;way to support health. Negative ions are&nbsp;<strong>absorbed into the bloodstream<\/strong>&nbsp;to support&nbsp;<strong>blood flow to the muscles<\/strong>. The inner fabric of the Ionic range is&nbsp;<strong>infused with tourmaline powder<\/strong>&nbsp;to produce an electric charge, which converts&nbsp;<strong>air molecules into negative ions<\/strong>&nbsp;that are absorbed into your horse\u2019s bloodstream to support circulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/rambo?term=ionic\">Shop Rambo Ionic<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Veredus Magnetik<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-boots\/stable-therapy-boots\/veredus-magnetik-4-hour-boot-front-magnetic-therapy--blue__23028\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/veredus-magnetik-boot-front-4-hour-life.JPG\" alt=\"Veredus Magnetik Boots\" title=\"Veredus Magnetik Boots\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Veredus Magnetik products use&nbsp;<strong>neodymium magnets and magnetotherapy<\/strong>, to reduce&nbsp;<strong>pain and swelling<\/strong>, stimulate blood circulation, speed up the elimination of toxins, accelerate regeneration of cells and better&nbsp;<strong>prepare muscles and tendons for work<\/strong>. These neodymium magnets not only&nbsp;<strong>stimulate cell production<\/strong>, but also help to&nbsp;<strong>prevent cell deterioration<\/strong>, allowing horses to&nbsp;<strong>work comfortably at their best once again<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/veredus?term=magnetik\">Shop Veredus Magnetik<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WeatherBeeta Therapy-Tec<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/horse-rugs\/stable-rugs\/weatherbeeta-comfitec-therapy-tec-channel-quilt-220-stable-rug--black__196503\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/images\/myimages\/wb-therapy-tec-rug.JPG\" alt=\"WeatherBeeta Therapy Tec\" title=\"WeatherBeeta Therapy Tec\u201d style=\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WeatherBeeta Therapy-Tec<\/strong>&nbsp;uses a&nbsp;<strong>ceramic powder blended into the fabric<\/strong>&nbsp;that&nbsp;<strong>will not wash out<\/strong>. The technology&nbsp;<strong>reflects the horse\u2019s own body heat<\/strong>&nbsp;via infrared waves to&nbsp;<strong>boost blood circulation<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>encourage oxygen supply<\/strong>&nbsp;to the tissues, aiming to&nbsp;<strong>improve muscle function<\/strong>&nbsp;by enhancing the horse\u2019s own ability to&nbsp;<strong>reduce swelling and heal<\/strong>. Therapy-Tec can be used on both clipped and unclipped horses and the rugs&nbsp;<strong>can be worn overnight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redpostequestrian.co.uk\/facetresults.aspx?Term=therapy-tec\">Shop WeatherBeeta Therapy-Tec<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With a&nbsp;huge range of therapeutic technology products&nbsp;available today, how do you&nbsp;choose the right one&nbsp;for your horse? From&nbsp;magnets and infrared technology&nbsp;to&nbsp;ceramic linings and massage therapy, it can be hard to know&nbsp;where to start! At&nbsp;Redpost Equestrian, we\u2019re here to help&nbsp;you find the right form of therapy technology for&nbsp;you and your horse&nbsp;\u2013 and we can even help&nbsp;your dog,<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":139,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_tribe_ticket_capacity":"0","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-138","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-guides-advice"},"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2021\/11\/therapy-banner.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Redpost","author_link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/author\/stormjohnson\/"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/35"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=138"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3241,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138\/revisions\/3241"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/139"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=138"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=138"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/redp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=138"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}