Massage Products: Relaxation and wellbeing for your horse

Massage Products: comfort for muscles and coat

Many horses love being massaged. A massage can help loosen the muscles, stimulate circulation and prevent tension from building up. At the same time, it is quality time for you both. Under massage products you will find electric massage devices in different sizes, massage curry combs and grooming gloves with nubs, as well as warming and cooling massage gels and balms.

From curry comb to massage device

A massage curry comb with rubber nubs or a grooming glove combines coat care and massage. With circular movements you loosen dirt and stimulate the skin at the same time. Electric massage devices work with vibration and also reach deeper layers of muscle. Small, handy devices can be taken anywhere, while larger models are suited to regular use on the back and hindquarters.

Gels and balms

A massage gel or balm makes massaging by hand more pleasant. Warming gels are popular before training, cooling products afterwards. Only apply them to clean, unbroken skin and test new products on a small area first. With competition horses, check the rules of your governing body. If your horse shows clear tension or pain, a vet or equine physiotherapist is the right person to contact.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to massage my horse?
The neck, shoulder, back alongside the spine and the hindquarters are good areas. Avoid bony points and the spine itself. Watch your horse: licking and chewing, lowering its head and dozing show that it is enjoying the massage.

How often can I massage my horse?
A short massage while grooming is fine every day. With electric devices, a few minutes per area of the body is usually enough. If your horse becomes restless or moves away, take a break and try again more gently later.

Can I do anything wrong with a massage device?
Hardly, as long as you avoid bones, joints and inflamed areas and start at a low intensity. Always work in the direction of the hair and do not stay on one spot for too long. If your horse is in pain or lame, get the cause checked by your vet first.