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Equiball combines massage, cryotherapy, and heat therapy in one tool. Use it anytime, anywhere, whatever your body needs right now — whether you're in the saddle, at the yard, or on the sofa.
When to use it?
Massage Therapy
Massage works by manipulating the soft tissue. Regular massage helps release tension, improve flexibility, boost circulation, and reduce the risk of niggles by keeping muscles supple. Many people find it noticeably relaxing — a few quiet minutes to unwind after a busy day in the yard or the saddle.
- Long strokes Smooth, single-direction strokes along the muscle — good for starting or finishing a session on the shoulders, back, glutes, and hamstrings.
- Circular strokes Small, slow circles over one area — best for larger muscle groups like the shoulders, lower back, and thighs.
- Cross-fibre strokes Rolled across the grain of the muscle to release a specific knot or tight spot.
Cryotherapy
Cold therapy helps reduce inflammation and ease discomfort after strain, a knock, or a hard day's work. Cooling the area helps calm swelling and soothe sore, tired muscles.
- Chill it Freeze for 2+ hours — stays cold for up to 5 hours. Wipe off any frost before use.
- Keep it moving Roll continuously, never resting on one spot for more than 3 seconds.
Heat Therapy
Heat is ideal for warming muscles before activity, easing stiffness, and encouraging circulation to tight areas — as long as they're not currently injured or inflamed.
- Warm it Immerse in hot (not boiling) water for 10–15 minutes — stays warm for up to 1 hour. Temperature-test before use.
- Keep it moving Roll continuously, never resting on one spot for more than 3 seconds.
Fitting Equiball Into Your Own Routine
Before riding - Warm Up & Prepare
When: Approximately 10–15 minutes before riding or exercise
How long: Around 3–5 minutes per key area
Use Equiball as part of your own pre-ride routine to help gently loosen the muscles and prepare your body for movement in the saddle.
Areas to consider:
- Neck and shoulder muscles
- Upper back and shoulder blades
- Lower back muscles
- Glutes and hips
- Hamstrings and quads
Start with gentle pressure and gradually increase as appropriate. Focus on the larger muscle groups rather than applying directly over joints, bones or sensitive areas.
Why use it: A short pre-ride session can help encourage relaxation, increase awareness of the muscles being used and form part of a consistent warm-up routine.
After riding - Recovery & Relaxation
When: Once you've cooled down and had a chance to catch your breath
How long: Around 5–10 minutes per key area
After riding, Equiball can become part of your own cool-down and recovery routine, helping to ease tired, worked muscles following a lesson, hack or competition.
Areas to consider:
- Shoulders
- Upper and lower back
- Glutes and hips
- Hamstrings
- Calves and other muscle groups that have worked particularly hard
Use gentle, controlled movements and avoid excessive pressure when muscles are fatigued.
Why use it: Post-activity massage can provide a relaxing experience and support normal circulation and muscle relaxation as your body returns to a resting state.
On rest days - Maintenance & Relaxation
When: Any convenient time during the day
How long: Approximately 5–15 minutes
Equiball doesn't have to be reserved for riding days. Rest days can provide an opportunity for a gentle maintenance session without adding physical workload.
Areas to consider:
- Neck and shoulders
- Back
- Hips and glutes
- Other large muscle groups
Keep the session relaxed and comfortable rather than applying intense pressure.
Why use it: Regular, gentle sessions can form part of your own general self-care routine, providing relaxation and an opportunity to properly switch off.
After a long drive - Relieve Stiffness & Encourage Movement
When: After a long drive to a competition, event or the yard
How long: Approximately 5–10 minutes per area
Sitting for prolonged periods behind the wheel or towing a trailer can leave you feeling stiff and uncomfortable. Once you've arrived and had a chance to stretch your legs, Equiball can be incorporated into your post-travel routine.
Areas to consider:
- Neck
- Shoulders
- Lower back
- Hips
- Legs
Allow yourself time to move around first and always consider how you're feeling before starting.
Why use it: A gentle massage session can help promote relaxation and complement gentle movement following a period of restricted movement during travel.
After the yard - Support After Your Jobs
When:When: After a full day of yard work — mucking out, grooming, turnout, and general chores
How long: Around 5–10 minutes per key area
A busy day at the yard involves a lot of lifting, bending and repetitive movement, which can leave the neck, shoulders and lower back feeling tight and fatigued. Equiball can be incorporated into your evening routine to help ease this build-up of tension.
Areas to consider:
- Neck
- Shoulders
- Upper back
- Lower back
- Areas where you are experiencing aching
Important: Do not use Equiball over an injury, swelling, heat, wounds, recent surgical sites or areas your doctor or physiotherapist has advised you not to massage. If you're recovering from injury or surgery, always follow the advice of your GP, physiotherapist or other healthcare professional.
Why use it: Where appropriate, a short massage break can provide positive relief and relaxation during periods of restricted movement or prolonged sitting.
Just unwinding - Relaxation & Self-Care
When: Anytime
How long: As long as feels comfortable and relaxing
Equiball doesn't always need to have a specific therapeutic purpose. It can simply become an enjoyable part of your own daily wind-down.
Try incorporating a short Equiball session after:
- Mucking out
- A lesson or schooling session
- A long day at a show
- A long drive
- A busy day at work
- Any other tiring day
Areas to consider:
- Neck
- Shoulders
- Upper back
- Lower back
- Other areas you find particularly tense
Pay attention to how your body responds. Softening tension, slower breathing and a sense of relaxation are all signs it's doing its job.
Why use it: Making Equiball part of a positive routine can help create a calm, enjoyable moment and support your own recovery, not just your horse's.