Are magnetic products and magnet therapy something for your horse?

There are many magnetic products for horses on the market. Think of magnetic therapy blankets, stable protectors and heel protectors, all care products that top grooms worldwide are only too happy to use. What is the effect of magnets in these types of products? And do they have added value for your horse? We are happy to tell you more about therapeutic magnets and your horse.

Magnets past and present

The therapeutic use of magnets is not new. Healing properties have been attributed to magnets since ancient times, and this is still the case today. A small disclaimer: after all these years there is still no clear scientific basis for the effectiveness of therapeutic magnets. There are just as many studies that endorse the healing effect of magnets as studies that refute it or that use lower magnet strengths than those currently used. We will therefore not burn our fingers on the question of whether magnet therapy can be scientifically substantiated or not. But it is a fact that top grooms have embraced this method and apply it to their horses. What idea is the operation of this method based on?

How does magnet therapy work?

Magnetotherapy is based on the following principle: the cells, whose fundamental task is energy production, are electrically charged and feed coordinated activity at the tissue and organ levels. In a situation of internal or external injury, cell activity is compromised, which can result in inflammation or pain. A magnetic field can then help with recovery, or prepare for exercise.

Effects of magnetic fields

The magnetic fields promote and facilitate:

• lymphatic and blood circulation at the micro level
• the change and use of nutrients by the cells
• the natural biological immune system
• and the elimination of metabolic wastes.

Magnetic fields also offer benefits in the treatment of inflammatory processes associated with pain. Thanks to the magnetic field, the ignition process is reduced. In addition, magnet therapy is also associated with increasing blood flow to inflamed tissue. It is also said to speed up the removal of dead cells and toxins, relax muscles and reduce swelling. Finally, static magnetic energy also stimulates the production of elastane and collagen, which are indispensable elements for tissue repair.

Strength of magnets

The strength of the magnets used is important for different types of treatment. The following table lists the most common equine conditions that can be treated with magnets, which treatment is best for each condition, the strength required and how long they should be used. It is important to mention that although horses are large animals, they do not require very high magnetic tension, as is the case with humans. Horses have less subcutaneous fat than humans and the magnetic field absorption method is more efficient. It has been calculated that a minimum strength of 500 gauss is always required and it is unlikely that a horse needs a magnetic strength of more than 3,000 gauss.

When should you not use magnetic products?

Do not use magnetic products if you use Linement or other products or medicines that generate heat. If you have used them, wait 72 hours before using Magnetik Line products. In addition, do not use magnetic products if there are signs of bleeding, if there is an active, untreated infection, within 3 days of a bruise, and during the acute stage of injury (first 72 hours).

If horses could talk

Animals are a wonderful example of the true therapeutic powers of magnetic fields. Unlike humans, they cannot be affected by the placebo effect (where the mind thinks the magnets are working so the user feels less pain). An animal does not understand that it is being treated with magnets, so it cannot subconsciously influence the effect the magnets have on the body. The vast majority of animals treated with magnets show signs of reduced discomfort, increased mobility, and increased energy and/or activity levels.

Top grooms and the Magnetik line from Veredus

Top grooms like to use magnetic products a lot. They often praise the relaxing effect of the blankets and the recovery process of the legs after exercise. The magnetic line from Veredus includes a therapeutic blanket, stable boots and heel guards. The items are all equipped with magnets that generate 2,400 gauss. Whether or not the effect of magnets can be scientifically substantiated, it is a fact that many horse enthusiasts notice that their horses benefit from these magnetic products. Learn more about some of the top grooms using these products here.

A few features of Veredus Magnetik:

• Reduces pain and swelling
• Stimulates blood flow
• Accelerates the elimination of toxins
• Speeds up recovery processes
• Prepares muscles and tendons for exercise

Do you have questions about magnetic products for horses? Then please contact us. We are happy to tell you more about its use and operation.