Equilibrium Massage Pad Heatsense

Combining intelligent heat with proven massage, the Heatsense is a great addition to your horse’s routine.

Shown to improve stride length and overall limb movement when used consistently, based on independent, peer-reviewed research from Hartpury University (2026).

The choice is yours – pick from heat and three intensities of massage, with independent research showing improvements in stride length and overall limb movement when used consistently.

Reliable, tested therapeutic heat output in the back third of the pad with sensors to the heat turn off/on depending on your horse’s temperature.

• 6 Massage motors evenly distributed across the pad.
• Fits into your daily routine with a 30-minute programme.
• Battery operated to take it with you wherever you go.
• Contains 1 x Massage Pad Heatsense, 1 x Storage Bag, 1 x Equilibrium Heatsense Battery, 1 x Equilibrium Heatsense Charger.
• Standard Size-for ponies and horses up to 16.1hh or 6"3 rugs.
• 2-year guarantee.
• Horses feel relaxed and more flexible.
• Aids warm up.
• Pampers.

Includes 1 x Equilibrium Massage Pad, 1 x Equilibrium Bag, 1 x Equilibrium Battery and 1 x International Charger.

Benefits of Heat

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.

Research suggests that tissue temperature needs to increase by at least 3 to 5°C from the resting temperature (Bockstahler et al, 2004). However using something that is too hot could cause discomfort and even damage to the tissue.

The Heatsense Pad has been thoroughly tested to ensure the heat is delivered in accordance with supporting research.

A range of sources determined the following necessities for the Massage Pad Heatsense: 

- Heat is delivered between 40-45 degrees Celsius.
- The target temperature is maintained for 15 minutes.
- The heat should never exceed 45 degrees Celsius for an extended period of time.

Benefits of Massage

Massage and heat are two simple ways in which we can help support healthy muscle function in our hardworking horses.

Performance depends on freedom of movement, full flexibility and an absence of musculoskeletal pain, all of which can be improved using massage (Gellman, 1998). These factors also contribute towards keeping your horse comfortable and happy in general too!

The benefits of massage include:

• Maintain healthy blood and lymph circulation.
• Soothes tired muscles.
• Supports recovery after exercise.
• Promotes relaxation.

Massage Pad Testing

The Equilibrium Massage Pad was independently tested by Myerscough College and the findings showed Increased Flexibility- Results showed an overall improvement in back flexibility of approximately 46% & Promotion of Relaxation- Using a heart rate monitor, horses wearing the Equilibrium Massage Pad showed a decrease in heart rate when compared to the horses in the control group.

Inspiration Behind The Product

The Story

FAQ

Can I use the Massage Pad Heatsense more than once a day?

Yes, you can use it up to 3 times a day. Especially at a competition, you may wish to use it before you ride as a warm up and in-between phases or rounds. Equilibrium advise not to run more than one session of heat consecutively on the same horse.

Should I use it before or after exercise?

You can use it either before or after exercise, or both! Use before exercise as a warm up, or after exercise to aid recovery. Especially if you have worked your horse harder than usual. If using after exercise make sure the horse has completed the initial stages of recovery (i.e. their heart rate and temperature is back to normal).

How can I keep my horse warm in winter when using the Massage Pad Heatsense?

You can use the Massage Pad Heatsense over a thin fleece rug to help keep your horse warm during their massage session. Alternatively, you can place a rug over the pad too if you prefer, this method is better suited if you are using the heat function so the pad is in direct contact with your horse's back.

About Equilibrium

It all started when Timmy started frantically headshaking during ridden work shortly after he turned 5 years old. This lead to his owner, Margaret Donnelly, designing the Net Relief Muzzle Net to help him. Word got out about the Muzzle Net and how it helped Timmy and many other horses. Horse & Hound featured it and the phones started to go mad! Who would have thought one person trying to solve a problem with their horse could have such a large impact. From then on, Margaret realised she actually had lots of product ideas – Timmy was a source of inspiration! Fast forward 25 years and Equilibrium are still here with their core message of ‘Making a difference to horses’ lives.