The best magnetic rugs for horses have been popular for many years now, as have massage and other therapy rugs, and the best magnetic boots, chaps and wraps. There are a range of therapeutic benefits that come with each type of rug and some combine two types of therapy. They all have a slightly different function and some require power to work, which leads to a wide range of price points. They’re all designed to be used by normal horse owners, and the best magnetic rugs for horses will come with instructions so you can be sure you’re using it correctly.

Best therapy and magnetic rugs for horses

Bucas Therapy Cooler Rug

Type: Natural magnetic field reflection

Sizes: 5ft 6in – 7ft

RRP: £192

Made of extremely fine stainless steel mesh lining, the Bucas Therapy material reflects the magnetic fields within your horse’s body, which stimulates blood circulation and oxygen flow. This helps to reduce swelling and inflammation, so are ideal for use pre- and post-exercise. It can be used on a sweaty or wet horse as the “Stay-Dry” qualities will dry the horse, while enjoying the soothing relief of the therapeutic fabric.

It features attachment points at the neck and rear D-ring, so it can be used and secured under another Bucas rug. Also available as a lightweight turnout rug or medium weight turnout rug.

Horseware Ionic Therapy Mesh Cooler

Type: Infrared

Sizes: 5ft 6in – 7ft 3in

RRP: £125.95

This rug from Horseware incorporates ceramic minerals during the yarn extrusion process, resulting in superior far infrared emissivity that won’t wash out. This technology produces gentle radiant heat that has been shown to penetrate beneath the skin to help increase circulation, activating the body’s natural healing process.

The breathable scrim mesh outer allows for maximum airflow, while the ceramic-infused liner reflects body heat back as far infrared rays. Neck cover fixings allow for extended coverage. Neck cover sold separately. Comes with a two-year warranty. The Horseware Iconic collection also includes a stable rug and turnout rug.

LeMieux Conductive Magno Rug

Type: Magnetic

Sizes: M or L

RRP: £299.95

This LeMieux rug has inner liners that are made with a woven layer of steel fibres that conduct magnetic waves around the lining. The 2,600 Gauss twin magnets that are strategically placed over the shoulder, elbow, hip, stifle and gaskin. The breathable 3D mesh top side releases any heat build up from the magnets, while the lightweight mesh of the lower section encourages the air flow up. The three-way adjustable belly straps ensure a close, secure fit for maximum effect.

Veredus Magnetik Rug

Type: Magnetic

Sizes: S, M or L

RRP: £453

This breathable rug from Veredus is equipped with 32 neodymium magnets that develop a power of 2,400 Gauss each. The magnets are distributed across the shoulders, back and hind end, and are designed to stimulate circulation and prepare muscles and tendons for exercise. It is designed to be used alone or under another rug if it’s cold.

Protechmasta Infrared Fixed-Neck Rug

Type: Infrared

Sizes: 4ft 6in – 7ft 6in

RRP: £189

This Mastacare rug uses far infrared radiation to gently increase blood flow, remove toxins and promote healing. It can be used before work to prepare the muscles for exercise, but most importantly after work to help reduce lactic acid build up and aid the repair process. You can leave your horse to wear this rug unattended.

Premier Equine Magni-Teque Rug

Type: Magnetic

Sizes: 5ft 6in – 7ft

RRP: £185

This mesh rug from Premier Equine has 238 600 Gauss magnets stitched into it around the main muscle groups – 164 magnets in the rug and 74 in the neck. You can gradually build up to using it for four hours a day – before exercise to help warm your horse up and after exercise to ensure they cool down slowly. It has antibacterial nylon lining at the wither and shoulders, and comes in a reusable zip-fastened storage bag to keep your tack room tidy.

Felix Bühler Ceramic Rehab Liner and Stable Rug

Type: Ceramic fabric

Sizes: 5ft 6in – 7ft

RRP: £89.90

This therapeutic stable rug from Kramer can be used pre- and post-exercise or while your horse is resting in the stable. It has a coat-friendly lining, which reflects the horses’ own body heat in the form of infrared radiation, thus providing a comfortable climate and preventing and relieving muscle tension. The rug has a 100g polyfill, extra-high side gussets for freedom of movement, and a t-hook front closure. This rug can also be used as a regular stable rug with an elasticated surcingle and a fillet string.

Equine Magnetix Magnetic rug and neck set

Type: Magnetic

Colours: Blue or navy

Sizes: 5ft – 7ft 3in

RRP: £343

This rug from Equine Magnetix is made from lightweight mesh material with more than 100 2,000 Gauss neodymium magnets – 80 magnets in the rug and 32 in the neck. It covers all major muscle groups and can be used for long periods of time and overnight. It can be used on its own or under another rug. You can also purchase the rug and neck cover separately.

FMBs Combi Pro II rug

Type: Magnetic and massage

Sizes: Pony, standard or extra large

RRP: £4,400

This dual therapy rug from FMBs combines pulsed electromagnetic therapy and deep massage, which can be used simultaneously. It covers the main muscle groups and can be used daily to support performance as part of your warm up and cool down routine. It can be used as part of a rehabilitation or general maintenance program.

The rug is battery operated and incorporates 14 massage modules and 14 pulsed electromagnetic copper coils. It is operated via a control box – the magnetic field can reach 80 Gauss, while the degree of vibration massage can be chosen to offer an individual solution. Comes with a two-year warranty.

What does a magnetic rug do?

All cells in your horse’s body have electromagnetic properties, which means they can be energised by a magnetic field. When a powerful magnet is placed against the body, cellular activity is increased, which can increase the rate at which cells regenerate and repair. It can help to encourage blood flow and increases cellular activity in the body but it’s important to understand that the magnets themselves do not heal.

Magnetic therapy is reported to help…

• maintain circulation
• reduce muscle tension
• aid recovery of muscle fatigue
• improve oxygen supply to tissues

How long can you leave a magnetic rug on a horse?

Every rug is different. Some rugs require that your horse be supervised while he’s wearing it, while with others you’ll need to build up the time gradually. The best magnetic rugs for horses should come with instructions and guidance.

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Looking for the best magnetic boots for horses? There’s actually quite a lot choice when it comes to therapy and magnetic boots, but as with the best therapy and magnetic rugs, it can be tricky to work out which ones are right for your horse. There are quite a few variables, which are not all necessarily easy to understand at first – but we’re here to help you compare the options and make the best choice for your horse.

First you need to decide what type of boots, bandages or wraps you’re looking for, and what you’re hoping to gain from purchasing a pair or set. Some can be worn interchangeably on the front and hind legs, while others you will need to purchase separate boots due to the shape – so this is also something to consider. Some are designed to be worn during exercise, but most should be worn when your horse is at rest in the stable.

Best magnetic boots for horses – including all types of therapy boots, wraps and bandages

Equilibrium Magnetic Chaps

Colours: Silver

Sizes: XS–XL

RRP: £79.99 for fronts, £89.99 for hind and hock

Reasons to buy

• Movable magnets to place where your horse needs them
• Easy to use

Reasons to avoid

• You need to purchase different boots for front and hind legs

These magnetic chaps allow you to target magnets exactly where you want them. The nylon inner and polyester fill provide enough warmth and padding while remaining flexible and comfortable. Four flat, flexible and moveable magnets are included with each pair of boots – they present two alternating poles to the body, negative and positive, making them different to standard neodymium magnets, which present one pole. They have a different design for fronts and hinds, and can be used as part of a daily routine when a horse is stabled.

Shires Arma Magnetic Boots

Colours: Black/blue

Sizes: Pony, cob or full

RRP: £89.99 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Includes ten magnets per boot
• Suitable for use in the stable or whilst travelling

Reasons to avoid

• If you are looking for moveable magnets these boots are not for you

These boots require no preparation and can be used as part of a daily routine. Each boot contains 10 evenly spaced permanent magnets evenly spaced either side of the leg, and each has a magnetic strength of 2800 Gauss. The boots are made from breathable heat-releasing fabrics and are suitable for use in the stable or while travelling.

Veredus Magnetik Evo Stable Boots

Colours: Black

Sizes: S–L

RRP: £205 for fronts, £205 for hinds

Reasons to buy

• Includes 28 magnets in correspondence with the flexor tendons and fetlock joints
• Fully adjustable to get the right fit

Reasons to avoid

• Higher price point

These stable boots come in a front and rear design to help reduce typical after-work swelling. Made of a breathable HCL foam, they also have internal quick-dry padding, and are fastened with Velcro. The boots help to stimulate blood flow and speed up the elimination of toxins.

Equ Streamz Advanced Magnetic Horse Bands

Colours: Black

Sizes: One Size

RRP: £79.99 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Suitable for 24/7 wear if required
• Fully adjustable, they can be worn on the front or hind legs

Reasons to avoid

• Style might not be suitable for everyone

These bands can be worn while turned out, pre- and post-exercise, while rehabilitating or travelling as no heat is produced from wear. The neoprene bands wrap around the cannon bones to provide a series of 360º spinning magnetic fields.

Protechmasta Far Infrared Therapy Stable Wraps

Colours: Black

Sizes: Cob, full or extra-full

RRP: £85 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Ideal for drying off legs after bath time
• Can be used on both the front and back legs

Reasons to avoid

• Can only be used in the stable

These stable wraps are designed to be worn in the stable. They feature a soft, naturalistic ceramic-infused lining that emits a safe form of far infrared radiation, which is a natural process that gently and safely assists blood circulation. The outer fabric of the wraps has great wicking properties making them great for drying legs after washing down or bathing. They are also ergonomically shaped to fit both the front and back legs with a supportive pastern wrap design. They are lightly padded to help provide protection and support to your horse’s lower limbs.

LeMieux Conductive Magno Boots

Colours: Black

Sizes: S–XL

RRP: £119.95 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Nine powerful 2600 Gauss magnets in each boot
• Magnetic field spread throughout the liner
• Close contact fit

Reasons to avoid

• Higher price tag

These magnetic boots have a lining that contain a woven layer of steel fibres directly under the magnets to conduct magnetic waves evenly around the lining, which avoids hot spots and improves the overall effectiveness. They have mesh rear vents to release excess heat, while the bamboo outer layer ensures good wicking. They can be worn on the front or hindlegs.

Kentucky Recuptex Magnetic Bandage Pads

Colours: Black/grey

Sizes: One size

RRP: £108.99 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Machine washed at 30 degrees, without reducing their effectiveness

Reasons to avoid

• Need to be secured in place with stable bandages

These bandage pads offer protection underneath a normal stable bandage. They contain inox yarn woven into the fabric, which reflects the magnetic fields created in the horse’s body to stimulate circulation.

Equine Balance Magnetic Therapy Boots

Colours: Black

Sizes: Cob or full

RRP: £55 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Easy to apply
• You can position the magnets where they are needed

Reasons to avoid

• Limited size range available

These magnetic boots can be used everyday as part of your horse’s routine for maintaining limb and joint health. These lightweight and breathable boots are durable so they can be used overnight in the stable or for travelling. Offering a contoured fit. The magnetic can be positioned where you need them. Each magnet pair has over 3000 Gauss. The magnets have protective sleeves allowing you to wash them easily. These boots come with 36 magnets.

Premier Equine Magni-Teque Magnetic Boot Wraps

Colours: Black

Sizes: S–XL

RRP: £74 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Can be used on both front and hind legs
• Liners velcro easily in and out

Reasons to avoid

• Magnets sewn in to key areas so can’t be moved around

These magnetic boot wraps have been designed to act as a pressure bandage on your horse’s legs. Made from breathable ventilated neoprene with strong and secure Velcro straps, the boots have a soft cotton liner that contains the magnets (16 x 600 Gauss).

Incrediwear Equine Circulation Standing Wraps

Colours: Grey or black

Sizes: 12–18in

RRP: From £155 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Ideal for use in the stable or when travelling

Reasons to avoid

• Need to be secured in place with stable bandages

These wraps contain germanium and carbon fibres that are activated when exposed to body heat. Applied under a bandage, they promote blood flow and lymphatic drainage, and are used to accelerate recovery after workouts.

New Equine Wear Magnetex Brushing Boots

Colours: Navy

Sizes: S–XL

RRP: £89.99 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Versatile design
• Easy to fit

Reasons to avoid

• Style might not suit your needs

These brushing boots (which can also be used in the stable) are fitted with six neodymium magnets at a strength of 1600 Gauss each, which have been strategically placed to provide all-round contact with the leg. These boots can be used on both front and hind legs, and are supplied with a complimentary wash bag.

Equine Magnetix Magnetic Stable Boots

Colours: Navy

Sizes: XS–L

RRP: From £55 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Designed for use on both front and back legs
• Can be left on overnight

Reasons to avoid

• You need to measure your horse and check their sizing chart to ensure you get the right size

Made of a soft foam and lightweight fleece material moulding around your horse’s leg for maximum comfort, these boots should be used in the stable and fit both front and hind legs. Each boot contains four to six powerful (2000 Guass), lightweight neodymium magnets.

Equiline Cairo Therapeutic Leg Wraps

Colours: Black

Sizes: Cob or full

RRP: £110 for a pair

Reasons to buy

• Easy to secure with velcro fastenings
• Removable lining

Reasons to avoid

• Limited size range available

These therapeutic stable boots have a removable soft inner liner that has ceramic coating, and a neoprene outer shell with Velcro closures. The therapeutic ceramics promote warmth as a thermal barrier, enhancing blood circulation. Machine washable at 30°c.

How do magnetic boots work?

It’s important to know that there is limited conclusive research into the use of magnets on horses – their efficacy has been debated for many years, but there is a lot of anecdotal evidence suggesting they can be very helpful. For this reason it is particularly important to follow the manufacturer’s guidance when using your chosen therapy boots.

Although each different type of therapy boot – be it magnetic or ceramic-infused – works in a slightly different way, they all aim to improve circulation and blood flow. In turn this is thought to increase oxygen supply to the tissue, reduce muscle tension and aid recovery by removing toxins faster and reducing inflammation. Magnets and ceramic fibres are not healing, but rather are thought to create the right environment to encourage the body to heal itself.

Therapy boots or rugs that contain ceramic fibres are designed to reflect the horse’s back into the body. Whereas when magnets are incorporated within boots or rugs, the magnetic properties in the body’s cells will either attract (those that are opposite) or repel (those that are alike) them, which is thought to increase the activity of the cells. The best cooling boots, on the other hand, are designed to reduce the temperature of the internal structures in the lower leg.

When can you use magnetic boots?

Generally, therapy boots are used as part of a horse’s daily routine. Most are designed to be worn at rest in the stable, while some can be worn during exercise or in the field. Likewise, the length of time they should be worn varies – some can be worn up to 24 hours a day, but it’s advisable to test them for a shorter time under supervision to make sure your horse is used to wearing them.

What does Gauss mean?

Gauss refers to the intensity of the magnetic field. Meaning a magnet’s gauss measurement represents the number of magnetic field lines per square centimetre, emitted by the magnet. The higher a magnet is emitting this value, the more lines of magnetism.

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Equestrian company Veredus has launched a boot that claims to “refresh your horse’s legs in just four hours“.

The new “Veredus Magnetik Four Hour Boots” contain 40 magnets per pair and use magnetotherapy to prepare muscles and tendons for work again.

“Whether your horse suffers from swollen legs after exercise, stiffness in the fetlock joints or has an injury to a lower limb tendon or ligament, these boots will be of great benefit,” said a Veredus spokesman.

“By stimulating the production of elastin and collagen, tissue reconstruction is speeded up which helps your horse’s recovery rate.”

The boots are made from Aerox material and coated in Lycra, allowing heat to evaporate so that your horse’s legs remain at a healthy temperature.

They are available in medium and large and cost £179.

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New stable boots to help horses with stiff joints have been launched by Veredus.

The Veredus Magnetick Stable EVO boots are designed to “bring relief from stiffness and support joints”.

They are aimed at older horses suffering with stiff joints – especially in the cold, damp weather – and younger horses in hard work.

The boots have a “Dry Fast Dry” interchangeable “under bandage” – which is a highly absorbent fabric that lines the inside of the boot, wicking moisture away from the leg.

It is fixed securely to the inside of the boot by velcro and can be easily removed for washing.

An elastic velcro fastening system gives support under the fetlock and securely positions the boot around the leg, while avoiding the risk of over tightening.

“The Evo boot has been designed to hug the horse’s leg giving support to tendons and helping reduce after work swellings,” said a spokesman for Veredus.

“A series of magnets is encased in padding, which sit behind the lining around the ligament and tendon area. Magneto therapy stimulates cell activity, which helps to increase the blood flow injured parts. It also speeds relaxes the muscles, reduces swelling and helps to stimulate the production of elastin and collagen.”

The boots come in front and rear design and cost £141.

They come in small, medium and large.

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Muscular fatigue, cramps and stiffness are the result of a pH imbalance caused by lactic acid.

At its most basic, magnotherapy has something in common with massage, but without the pressure, as it’s said to increase blood flow and assist the removal of toxins and waste products for quick recovery.

Performance can be improved and the chances of injury are dramatically reduced if muscles and joints are properly warmed up before use, and soothing those aching joints and muscles afterwards definitely speeds up the repair process.

“Magnets are a very big thing on the eventing circuit,” says international eventer Lucy Thompson, who runs Equine Sport Therapy along with sports therapist Chris Caden-Parker.

“I’ve used a wide range of them on all my horses. They’re particularly useful for travelling as you’ll find that after a long trip, the horses wearing magnetic rugs definitely come off the box less stiff.”

Connective tissue

The end result of magnetic therapy is to increase the blood circulation.

There’s no doubt that increased blood flow brings healing effects in such instances once the initial inflammation has subsided.

Sally Beves from the Equine Unit at Hartpury College, Glos, investigated the effects of magnetic tendon boots on tendon temperatures.

During her research, Sally used thermography to measure tendon temperatures after the application of Magno-Pulse tendon boots and found that there was no significant increase in tendon temperatures of the magnet-treated limb compared to the control limb after a 12-hour period.

After a 24-hour period, however, there was a significant increase of an average of 2øC of the magnet-treated limb compared to the control limb. A rise of almost 1øC remained in the “magnetised” limb even one hour after the boots had been removed, much longer than the warmth generated by the thermal properties alone of the non-magnetised boot on the control limb.

Bony tissue

Recent studies have proven that those people with fresh or delayed-union fractures do actually benefit from magno-therapy, and results from general public usage suggest that horses with arthritis may be equally as successful.

Research has shown that pulsed electromagnetic fields, as opposed to static magnets, have been successfully used in the treatment of union and non-union fractures and has been observed to healbroken bones in a greatly reduced time in humans

Soft tissue

Muscular stiffness and conditions such as filled legs (from poor circulation, not from inflammation) and windgalls should improve with the use of magnotherapy boots.

Many physiotherapists believe that the magnetic fields (particularly the pulsing fields) can penetrate soft tissue injuries where muscle damage may be too deep or too sore for manual manipulation.

However, others would argue that the static magnets sold for horseowners would never penetrate this far and nor should they in untrained hands.

Horn growth and foot conditions

It has been suggested that the increased circulation that seems to be an effect of magnetic field therapy can help the feet, both in terms of promoting good quality horn growth and easing conditions of the hooves where restricted blood flow is a factor, such as navicular and laminitis.

Event rider Lucy Thompson says she has witnessed some impressive results

“We had three horses that were hard to keep sound and just didn’t respond to the usual feed supplements or hoof dressings,” says Lucy. “One had cracked, brittle feet, one had very slow-growing horn of poor quality and the other had soft, flaky feet. Over a period of about two years, regular use of magnetic bell boots transformed them all.”

Robert Eustace FRCVS of the Laminitis Clinic in Wiltshire is not so impressed, however. “We tried a number of magnetic products some years ago without any success. Horses with laminitis need the correct drugs and good management, not gimmicks. Eighty per cent of cases will get better anyway with good management, then people place the credit with the gimmick!”

Pain relief

Along with the improved waste removal and nutrient-rich blood which is a result of magno-therapy comes drug-free pain relief – very important for athletes of all species who are likely to be tested for illegal drugs.

For horses that are constantly receiving a lot of drugs, magnetic therapy may be used in conjunction with other pain relieving therapies, such as acupuncture, in order to reduce the toxic build up in a horse’s system.

Magnets can be used to target acu-puncture points, so you can benefit from the healing and pain-relieving principles without having to endure the needles, although most therapists continue to use laser for this purpose.

Most experts admit that even where it doesn’t do any good, magnotherapy at least can do very little harm, with the following exceptions.

DO NOT USE MAGNETS:

• In the first 48 hours after injury. The circulation-boosting effects will make inflammation and bleeding worse.
• On an untreated infection.
• On an open wound.
• On an area where liniment has been applied in the last 24 hours.
• While exercising your horse or if your horse has a metal pin or plate implanted in the affected area.
• Before obtaining a proper diagnosis from your vet.
• On a horse diagnosed with cancer.

Read about other alternative therapies:

• Iridology
• Light therapy
• Equine sports massage

Leg injuries are the most feared injury among horse owners. Treatments normally include anti-inflammatory drugs and rest.

By following a fitness plan and learning to recognise how your horse is feeling, you can go a long way to avoiding exercise induced injuries. There is also a lot you can do post exercise, to cool and rejuvenate your horse’s legs.

Whether you have an older horse that is starting to stiffen, or a horse with an existing injury, there are plenty of products on the market designed to help relieve stiffness or reduce swelling.

Magnetic therapy boots

A natural therapy that influences the body’s own healing process by boosting circulation.

Blood is an electrical conductor and blood cells have a natural current flowing through them. When injury occurs, they are knocked out ofalignment.

Magnetic therapy can help recharge the cells and put them back in place. It can be used for a range of problems, from muscle strains and windgalls to arthritis and general stiffness. As with any alternative therapy, do check with your vet first. Do not use on open wounds or recent injuries.

There are two types of magnetic therapy: static and electromagnetic.The static type operates with either bipolar magnets working as opposing forces or one powerful magnet placed near a main artery.

Magnets should last a lifetime and there are many products available. Most can be left on overnight, but check manufacturers’ instructions.

Cooling boots

These are used to cool hot, hard-worked, bruised or strained legs.

Some contain crystals that form a gel when soaked in cold water, some use ice packs while others use a hosepipe or incorporate a water pump system.

Check the instructions for how long you need to soak them and how long they can be left on.

If you have been competing on hard ground it’s useful if you can leave them on as part of travel protection for the journey home.

Support boots

Similar in design to normal boots they give extra support. They can be used on horses whose legs are vulnerable, perhaps from a previous injury, but also as a preventative measure.

Reducing the stress on a horse’s legs, reduces stress on all the other joints too, and can also provide extra protection from knocks and strikes.

Q. I am looking for information on treating horses with magnets. Could you tell me how they work and what type of conditions they can be applied to?

Caroline Vie, Surrey

A. Magnets have been used in medicine for thousands of years. Nowadays they can trat non-union fractures, contusions, degenerative bone conditions, delayed wound healing, acute and chronic injury to bone and soft tissue, such as bowed tendons, stretched ligaments and diseases of the back and lumbar regions, as well as helping stiff horses.

There are two major types – the bipolar magnet and pulsating electromagnetic field (PEMF) systems.

• The bipolar systems involve a blanket or a boot that is impregnated with magnetic neads set so that the magnetic field of eah bead is the opposite of its neighbours.When blood flows past the beads, icons (charged atoms) are buffeted towards and away from them due to the positive or negative magnetic field. This forces the blood vessels in that area to dilate, allowing better blood flow to the damaged area and speeding up healing.
• Pulsating (PEMF) systems use battery power to send a current down a coil of wire housed in the boot or blanket. When electric passes along a wire, an electromagnetic field is thrown out around the wire. The wire then acts as a magnet.If the current is stopped, the field collapses.By turning the current on and off rapidly, the same buffeting effect on the tissues below can be achieved as the beads. The stronger the current, the deeper the penetration. PEMF systems tend to be stronger and have greater tissue penetration than the bipolar magnets.Nick Thompson MRCVS