Heat does draw more from the battery than massage will. When the battery gets to the stage where it no longer has enough power to run the heat function, the lights on the control panel will flash and turn off. You will still be able to run the massage functions for a while after this happens however, to use heat again please fully recharge your battery. Safety Considerations: To choose your desired setting press the cyclical or continuous massage button once to select the lowest intensity. Pushing the same button again will up the intensity to the medium level and finally, pushing it for a third time will turn it to the highest setting. Pushing the same button for the fourth time will turn the Hotspot off. For the heat option, simply push the relevant button once for on, and again for off. The Equilibrium Horse Massage Pad was developed through clinical trials at Myerscough College, UK. The innovative design provides effective, affordable equine massage for horses and ponies sized 14.1hh – 16.1hh or in 5ft9 – 6ft3 sized rugs. Use both heat and massage together for the ultimate combination. This is best used in one area or over a small area. Choosing your massage setting

Spend longer on the areas that are specific to what your horse needs. We suggest 4 minutes per targeted muscle group, again being sure to do the same on both sides of the horse. For more information on muscle groups specific to discipline, read here. How can Massage benefit horses? While this Massage Pad is suitable for multiple sizes of horses, the size who most benefit from the standard size are those 14.1hh – 16.1hh, or in 5ft9 to 6ft3 rugs. Pony and XL sizes are available for horses and ponies either side of that range. Use continuous massage for your horse if you are moving the Hotspot heat pad over larger areas. This allows each sweep to deliver the same massage. Use the heat for your horse on its own for a gentle session to increase circulation. This is ideal for sensitive horses or in the later stages of healing post injury. Heat is also perfect prior to stretching your horse. Use the mitt in a stroking motion over the general area for 1-2 minutes on a medium setting to warm up the area.The Equilibrium Massage Mitt is a handy tool to help keep your horse relaxed and flexible, and can be used in a variety of ways to help your horse. General Massage/Warm Up The Massage Mitt has three different settings, which can be selected easily from the mitt control panel. You can select the intensity of the program to suit your horses’ needs. Each program has three different types of massage: pulsing, vibration and stroking. This ensures the muscles are worked in different ways. Each session lasts 10 minutes which allows enough time for full coverage over the horses’ muscle groups. Then use a stroking motion again for a further 1-2minutes (on medium or low) to finish off the massage. Make sure plenty of fresh water is available as a good massage can make a horse thirsty.

The battery can take up to 12 hours for a full charge, and once charged will power at least 10 x 10-minute sessions with heat and massage on the high setting. Battery operated 30-minute sessions – give your horse or pony a massage while you complete other yard tasks. Performance depends on freedom of movement, full flexibility and an absence of musculoskeletal pain, all of which can be improved using massage (Gellman, 1998). The Massage Mitt can be easily incorporated into your warming up and cooling down routine. The medium setting can be used to help warm muscles up prior to exercise. The low setting can then be used to cool down the muscles.To select the desired massage setting, press the relevant button once for low, twice for medium and three times for high. Pressing it for a fourth time will turn the Hotspot heat pad off.

The guarantee is only valid if the correct Equilibrium Multi Plug Charger and correct Equilibrium Battery are used, the mains charger attachment appropriate to the country of use must be used. The guarantee is invalid if used with an adapter. Shires Equestrian Siku Stubbs Supreme Products Toggi Tractor Ted Unbranded Weatherbeeta Woof Wear Zoon More brands... For the ultimate session, use heat and massage together! This is best suited when holding the Hotspot heat pad in one area or sweeping it over a smaller area. Using the Heat function Digestion Immunity Treats Hooves Joints Vitality Performance Breathing Skin Veteran Support More SupplementsThere are a number of benefits of massage therapy. Massage helps improve flexibility and reduce stiffness by improving blood supply to the muscles. The heart rate is also reduced throughout the massage which promotes relaxation. Offering comforting heat and massage options, the Hotspot heat pad soothes and relaxes your horses hardworking muscles. Champion-Outdoor Charles Owen Chatham Cotswold Raw Crafty Ponies Crew Clothing Elico Equilibrium Equestrian Equine America Firefoot Foran Gallop

Damage caused by misuse, accident, negligence or improper handling of the product or not used in accordance with instructions Use continuous massage when moving the Hotspot in a sweeping action over larger areas, allowing it to deliver the same message to the muscles. Please note any postage costs including initial postage charges and those incurred when returning your item(s) will be at your own expense except in the case of faulty item(s)Includes 1 x Equilibrium Standard Massage Pad, 1 x Equilibrium Bag, 1 x Equilibrium Battery and 1 x International Charger. What inspired the Equilibrium Horse Massage Pad? Using heat is a great way to help sensitive horses who may find massage too much. Heat is non-invasive, gentle and well accepted with many associated benefits. LOW for cool down after exercise, for a sensitive horse or to introduce the pad to your horse for the first time. Please note that in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 we can only accept items returned to us for inspection if they are clean and dry, even if they are faulty. Plus – the Hotspot heat pad is not just for horses! You can use it on yourself too! What inspired the horse Massage Mitt Hotspot Heat Pad for horses?