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EQUISSAGE EDGE / EQUISSAGE PONY EDGE AUS & NZ
Owners Guide
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Remember to provide plenty of water before and aer each session for your
horse. is will assist the body in ushing out any excess toxins. Our mission is
for your horse to improve in key areas of performance and health. If you have any
questions on geing the most out of your Equissage then contact our Client Care
Team on 1800 178 528 (AUS) or 0800 642 427 (NZ).
Your Quick Reference Plan
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Congratulations
Welcome to the next evolution in Equine erapy Systems.
Improving the health, wellbeing and performance of your horses with the new
Equissage EDGE Cycloid Vibration erapy (CVT) System, is now easier and
more enjoyable than ever before.
Equissage prides itself on delivering exceptional therapy systems that enable horse
therapists, competitors, trainers and riders across all disciplines a powerful tool to
ensure their horses are always at their peak. Whether it is for improving performance
in competitive arenas, maintaining optimal health or as a powerful rehabilitation
tool, the new Equissage EDGE will deliver these and much more.
e Team at Equissage, want your experience to be easy, which is why we have
created this owner's manual to assist you with everything there is to know about
your new Equissage EDGE CVT System.
Your horse's circulation system holds a key to its health, well-being and over all
condition. Along with this, efficient circulation is a key factor in healing injuries and
ensuring muscle and connective tissues are able to function properly. Millions of
people and animals have used the proven benets of the CVT found in Equissage
devices since 1949. We are condent that you will love using your new Equissage
EDGE and have the satisfaction in knowing that your horses love it as well.
Equissage CVT is safe, non-aggressive and most importantly…IT WORKS! When
used correctly and regularly the therapeutic results will impress and the very best in
Equine erapy is simple as a press of a buon.
Enjoy discovering for yourself why top trainers and competitors across every
discipline use and recommend Equissage. Helping horses is our passion and we are
grateful for the opportunity to show you rst- hand why Equissage is continuing to
lead the world in Equine erapy.
Happy Riding!
Team Equissage
Contents
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Your Quick Reference Plan 2
Congratulations 3
Excellence is our Journey 6
e CVT Difference 8
Who uses CVT 9
Geing Started 11
General Benets 12
Operating your new Equissage 14
Express Back Pad Start-Up 16
Standard Seing 18
Cyclo Poly Modulation 20
Tranquil-ssage 22
Back Pad Operation 26
Equissage Remote Control 28
Pairing and Initial Test for 30
EQ Rider Pad
Hand Pack Operation 32
Baery Charging & General Care 34
General EDGE Product Cleaning 36
Research and Testing 40
Improve Performance 44
Research and Tests 46
Respiratory Focus 48
Shoulder Focus 50
Back Focus 51
Hindquarter Focus 52
Hoof Focus 53
Warming Up 54
Warming down 56
Accessories 58
Warranty 60
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Excellence is our Journey
Equissage belongs to an Australian-owned company that has
dedicated decades into developing the very best quality
CVT devices possible.
Equissage EDGE is the next evolution in the ongoing
development of CVT delivery systems incorporating
advances in technology and design.
All Equissage devices are made in Queensland Australia
within a purpose-built facility producing Class Ila Medical
Devices for human therapy applications.
Cycloid Vibration erapy (CVT) has been used to treat
horses dating back to the 1950's
Millions of people and animals use CVT every day
throughout Europe, America, Asia, New Zealand &
Australia.
Top horse trainers, riders, competitors and therapists use
Equissage across every discipline.
Clinical Studies have shown that CVT improves blood ow,
relieves muscle/joint pain, assists with healing and improves
joint mobility.
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Available in Multiple Colours
e CVT Difference
e Equissage EDGE CVT System is one of the safest forms of equine
therapy available. rough ongoing research conducted in hospitals,
universities, and research institutions, this form of treatment has been shown
to be highly effective while being non- aggressive, drug-free and free of side
effects.
Equissage devices have been developed in Australia and the UK from the
Niagara erapy products, which have been used on humans for both injuries
and mobility for over 60 years. is equipment is used in hospitals, clinics and
sport clubs. It's also built into furniture for home use.
e proven medical benets include Increased Circulation and Lymphatic
Drainage, Relaxation of Muscles and Increased Joint Mobility; which result
in:
Ÿ Improved movement and performance;
Ÿ Faster recovery & rehabilitation;
Ÿ Achieve peak condition for both you and your horse.
e Equissage EDGE system includes a Wireless Remote Control Back Pad
that delivers a deep-tissue Cycloidal Massage to the entire horse. Due to the
unique action of CVT, the Back Pad actively Improves Circulation, Relaxes
Muscles while providing Passive Exercise and promotes Lymphatic Drainage.
e Equissage EDGE Hand Pack compliment the Back Pad provide the
complete therapeutic experience across your entire stable.
Multiple Equissage EDGE Systems will be needed in larger stables to fully
utilise the benets of CVT across every horse.
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A small selection of organisations and high prole users of CVT over the
years.
• Fremantle Dockers (AFL)
• Geelong Cats (AFL)
• NRMA Insurance Brisbane Broncos (NRL)
• Australian Institute of Sport (AIS)
• South Sydney Rabbitohs (NRL)
• Melbourne Storm (NRL)
• Gold Coast Suns, West Coast Eagles (AFL)
• Australian Cricket Team
• Olympic & Paralympic Athletes
• Double Dan Horsemanship
• Megan Jones Eventing Team
• John Wicks Training Stables
• Stephen Gray Racing (Singapore)
• Auckland, Melbourne, Perth & Australia Zoos
• Peter Moody Racing (Black Caviar)
• Top Level Racing Trainers & Equine Competitors
• People and Animals of all ages.
Plus a growing number of Special Development Schools across Australia &
New Zealand.
Who uses CVT?
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is manual will show you how to set up, use and care for your Equissage
EDGE CVT System. It is recommended that you read this Owners Guide
thoroughly so that you are condent in introducing CVT to your horses and
know how to best treat for various conditions.
Your Equissage Consultant will be able to assist you if you have any questions
along with our dedicated Client Care Team who are always eager to assist if
needed. We want you to get the very best out of you Equissage EDGE
investment to assist you in ongoing health and well-being of your horses.
"Equissage is a wonderful system which is helping horses and
ponies of all ages, sizes, tness levels and competition ability.”
- Consultant Veterinary Surgeon Dietrich von Schweinitz.
Important.
Just like humans, every horse is different however the effects of the Equissage CVT
are consistent and will achieve maximum therapeutic benets through a regular
treatment program. Some horses may receive greater benet with variations to the
treatment recommendations detailed in this book. ere are a wide variety of
external factors that will, in turn, affect the outcomes and the level of benet
obtained. Environmental toxins, parasites, feed quality and water quality are just
some of the factors that can adversely affect the overall health of your horse. If
chronic or acute symptoms continue then Veterinary advice is recommended in
addition to utilising Equissage CVT on your horse.
Geing Started
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Because giving the very best to your
horse is important!
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General Benets
Equissage manufacture a range of easy to use, Equine CVT
Massage Devices that with regular use can:
Ÿ Improve blood circulation
Ÿ Relax muscles while stimulating muscle tissue
Ÿ Increase lymphatic drainage
Ÿ Improve healing of wounds and ulcers
Ÿ Reduce muscle and joint pain
Treat and manage:
Ÿ Local blood circulation
Ÿ Venous drainage
Ÿ Improve blood and lymphatic drainage
Ÿ Swollen joints
Ÿ Joint mobility
Ÿ Respiratory problems
Ÿ Sore and cold backs
Ÿ Lactic acid
Ÿ Fibrinogen vetebrae problems
Ÿ Pre-racing condition
Ÿ Post-race stiffness
Ÿ Pulled ligaments
Ÿ Soreshins
Ÿ Swollen joints, knees and tendons
Ÿ Colic
Ÿ Laminitis
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Give your horse the EDGE it deserves.
The Equissage EDGE System is easy to
use and can achieve professional level
results on a repeatable basis.
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Operating your new Equissage
Your Equissage EDGE therapy comes in
a lightweight, protective bag on wheels
to ensure that your Equissage is
protected from dust and is easy to
transport.
In your new Equissage Set, you will
receive your Equissage saddle cloth,
Back Pad and Hand Pack along with
baeries, chargers, tendon belts, boot
and girth straps.
Everything you need to deliver the
powerful Cycloid Vibration erapy
that will help your horse group longterm.
*Other items may be included, depending
on number of accessories purchased with
Equissage CVT Set.
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Express Back Pad Start-up
1. Place Saddle Cloth on Horse's back where normally placed
2. Place Equissage Back Pad on, baery lights facing front of horse
3. Connect fully charged baery supplied with the unit to motor
using cables then clip baery strap on the side of the unit
4. Turn POWER ON
5. Equissage will START on Low intensity for 20 minutes
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With new advanced controls and battery
system, the Equissage EDGE Back Pad
is everything you need to give your
horse the EDGE, and more!
Standard Seing (STD)
e Equissage Standard seing
delivers CVT in a constant steady
motion. e unique Equissage
eccentric motor, produces an elliptical
movement, rather like a gyroscope.
is ultimately creates a cycloidal
vibration - a multi-directional, threedimensional wave moving up and down,
le to right and in a circular motion all at
the same time.
e end result is a deep, penetrating
massage which has no harmful side
effects.
is seing is commonly used on day-to
day treatments.
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Three different massage modes at the touch
of a button. Get even more EDGE!
Cyclo Poly Modulation ® CPM
Cyclo Poly Modulation® (CPM) is a
variation of the Equissage CVT which
provides a deeper surging action, best
used when extra stimulation is required.
By alternating the delivery of CVT
between the highest and lowest seings
quickly, the CVT has a deeper effect and
promotes muscle stimulation and
lymphatic drainage, which further assists
in reducing swelling and allows muscles
to expand and contract gently to assist
rehabilitation of muscle groups and as a
warm up before competition.
CPM is a great therapy seing to use
when increased stimulation to tissue,
uids and muscle groups is required.
It is also an ideal seing for conditions
that involve rehabilitation of muscles,
ligaments and tendons.
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Tranquil-ssage® (T/S)
e Equissage Tranquil-ssage® system
produces slow-moving, rhythmical
waves of Cycloid Vibration erapy
which penetrate deeply into the tissue
producing a hypnotic effect on the
nervous system.
Whenever a greater need for relaxation
and a calming effect is required,
Tranquil-ssage® is the ideal seing and
can be used as oen as required.
Moving the massage intensity from
highest to lowest seing via a unique
undulation, Tranquil-ssage® aids in
achieving the ultimate relaxation.
Tranquil-ssage® is a great method to destress your horse before and aer
transport as well as the many other
reasons both for competition and
pleasure, that horses need to improve
relaxation.
Tranquil-ssage® was developed with the
aim of complete relaxation in mind.
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Operating your new Equissage
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Back Pad Operation
Place the Equissage saddle cloth on the horse's back, as you would for
normal riding.
Position Back Pad behind the wither to allow access to girth area with the
Hand Pack. Using the adjustable sliding strap through the base of the click,
secure girth rmly and do not over-tighten. Place excess strap in keepers.
*Do not pull strap with force.
Connect a fully charged Equissage Lithium-Ion baery supplied to the
motor using the leads provided. Clip the baery to the strap on the side of
the unit during operation.
Aach breast plate loosely using high or low D Ring, depending on the
depth of the horse's neck.
To check if you have positioned the breast plate correctly, make sure that it
allows the horse to be able to lower its head without the breastplate pulling
tight. To turn the Back Pad on, press the POWER ON/OFF buon.
e Back Pad will automatically switch on to the default seing of Low
intensity for 10 minutes.
To adjust the massage intensity, press the intensity up or intensity down
buons. e blue LEDs on the le hand side of the control panel indicate
the massage intensity, which ranges from Low to High.
To adjust the massage treatment period, press the timer arrow UP to
increase time or the ON/OFF buon to reduce time. Each press of the
buon will alter the time by 10 minute intervals. e green LEDs on the
right hand side of the control panel indicate the massage treatment period
remaining.
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Using the Wireless Remote Control, press the
Massage Buon to toggle between STD, CPM & TS
massage modes.
e green LED on the end cap of the motorhousing
indicates main baery condition. e green LED
will change to ashing to indicate that the baery is
in a low charge condition.
When the baery is completely exhausted the
motor will ramp down to a stop and will not
continue to operate until a new baery is connected.
Blue LED = Massage Intensity
Green LED = Timer (10 Mins)
Equissage Remote Control
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Remote Signal Strength LED
Intensity Indicator LEDs
Intensity Switch
Timer Switch
Low Baery LED
Timer Indicator LEDs
Massage Mode Indicator LEDs
Massage Mode Switch
Power Switch
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Pairing and Initial Test for EDGE
Back Pad Control Wand
1.01
Pair the wand to its appropriate pad in the following way. Unplug the pad
from the Equissage Lithium-Ion Baery, press and hold the Up Intensity
buon, insert the second AA baery.
Ÿ Check all LEDs are illuminated.
Ÿ Whilst all the LEDs are illuminated, connect the Equissage Lithium-Ion
Baery.
Ÿ Continue holding Up Intensity buon until all the LED’s turn off (no
longer illuminated). Release Up Intensity buon.
Ÿ For the pair data to be saved in memory, the pad control board must
receive15 packets (1 press of intensity buon = 1 packet) within the rst
20 seconds of pairing.
Ÿ To ensure this occurs press the intensity up and down buons multiple
times as per note below.
Ÿ Ensure separation of at least 1 metre between unit and wand.
NOTE - Press intensity up buon to maximum, then to minimum and
back to maximum again within the rst 20 seconds of pairing, this will
equal 15 packets.
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Validate the pairing:
a) Remove one AA baery from the wand and unplug the pad from the
Equissage Lithium-Ion baery.
b) Wait for 30 seconds
c) Plug the pad back into the Equissage Lithium-Ion baery and put the AA
baery back into the remote and reaach the rear cover. If the pad is
communicating with the remote, the remote is now bound to the pad. e
pad will operate and the timer LED, massage paern and intensity LED will
be on.
d) Otherwise, remove from power supply and repeat 1.01
1.02
With the timer LED and intensity LED on lowest seings, and the massage
paern on STD, test the following functions of the wand to prove the device
operates correctly:
Ÿ Each press of the massage intensity ‘up’ buon turns on the appropriate
blue LED and that the massage intensity of the product increases.
Ÿ Pressing the massage buon causes the massage paern to change from
STD to CPM to TS to STD.
Ÿ Each press of the massage intensity ‘down’ buon turns off the
appropriate blue LED and that the massage intensity of the product
decreases.
Ÿ Each press of the time ‘up’ buon turns on the appropriate green LED.
Ÿ Each press of the time ‘down’ buon turns off the appropriate green LED.
Hand Pack Operation
If using in the Tendon Boot on a horses leg. Ensure that the boot is
rmly tightened to ensure the unit doesn't come loose.
e rubber cap should be pushed rmly onto the end of the hand unit,
with the arrow pointing down. Do not operate unless the rubber cap is
rmly secured onto unit. (Use cap on bone or on joint tissue areas).
Connect a fully charged Equissage Lithium-Ion baery supplied to the
motor using the leads provided. Clip the baery to the strap on the side
of the Back Pad unit or to your Belt Pack during operation.
To turn the Hand Pack on, press the ON/OFF buon.
e Hand Pack will automatically switch on to the default seings of
low intensity for 6 minutes.
To adjust the massage intensity, press the intensity up or intensity
down buons. e blue LEDs on the le hand side of the control panel
indicate the massage intensity, which ranges from Low to High.
To adjust the massage treatment period, press the timer up to increase
time or the ON/OFF buon to reduce time. Each press of the buon
will alter the time by 3 minute intervals. e green LEDs on the right
hand side of the control panel indicate the massage treatment period
remaining.
By pressing both ”up” arrows simultaneously the massage seing can
be changed between standard (STD), Cyclo Poly Modulation® (CPM)
or Tranquil-ssage® (T/S).
To turn the unit off before timer run sown press the hold on off buon.
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e green LED closest to the timer up/down
buon is dual coloured and is used as the baery
level indicator. e colour of the LED will
change from blue to ashing red to indicate that
the baery is in a low charge condition.
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1. Power on/off buon &
Timer Down
2. Timer Increase (6 - 30 min)
3. Timers Length Indicators
4. Low Baery Indicator (Red)
5. Intensity Down
6. Intensity Up
7. Intensity Indicator
Note:
If you wish to use two Hand Packs at the same time as the Back Pack Pad
using the Y-Adaptor supplied with the product.
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Baery Charging & General Care
EQUISSAGE BAERY
e Equissage baery is a Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Unit
Connect a fully charged baery to the Back Pad &/or Hand Pack as per the
operating instructions.
NOTE - on receiving your Equissage to longer baery life please fully charge the
baeries before use. Occasionally perform a small "top up charge" and reuse to
help protect baery condition.
BAERY CARE, MAINTENANCE AND STOGE
Lithium-Ion rechargeable baeries require routine maintenance and care in their
use and handling. Do not leave baeries unused for extended periods of time. If
storing for an extended period it is best to NOT store them with full charge.
Approx 40-50% charge will lengthen baery life.
Store your baery in temperatures of 5°C - 20°C. Storing above this will shorten
the baery life.
Avoid exposing your baery to excessive heat above 60°C such as leaving the
baery on the front dash of a car in direct sunlight.
Approximately every six months charge the baery to about 50% of capacity and
then reuse. Fully charge baery upon next recharge.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT THE BAERY IS DISCONNECTED WHEN NOT IN USE.
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WARNING IF A LITHIUM-ION BAERY IS USED INAPPROPRIATELY
OR DAMAGED NOTE THE FOLLOWING CARE INSTRUCTIONS, IT
CAN RESULT IN LEAGE, OVERHEATING, SMOKE EMISSION,
BURSTING, IGNITION/ FIRE
Ÿ Keep the baery away from children
Ÿ Avoid exposing the baery to excessive shock and vibration
Ÿ Avoid exposing or charging your baery in excessive heat over 60°C.
Ÿ Do not leave you baery in direct sunlight.
Ÿ If a baery has leaking uids, do not touch any uids. Dispose of a leaking
baery pack ( see Disposal and Recycling in this document)
Ÿ In case of eye contact with uid, do not rub eyes. Immediately ush eyes
thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, liing upper and lower
lids, until no evidence of the uid remains. Seek medical aention.
Ÿ Disposal and recycling Lithium-Ion baeries are subject to disposal and
re-cycling regulations that vary by country and region. Always check and
follow your applicable regulations before disposing of any baery.
Ÿ Please do not aempt to use alternative baeries or chargers with your
Equissage products. Equissage & CT Healthcare P /L accepts no
responsibility for any complication or incident due to incorrect product
use.
Ÿ Do not disassemble, puncture, short circuit or dispose of the baery in
re or water.
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WARNING (Lithium-Ion Baery)
General EDGE Product
Cleaning & Care
CLEANING
e cover of the EDGE Back Pad & Hand Pack should be cleaned regularly by
wiping with a damp cloth- a mild soap may be used however, they should be
rinsed clean by wiping with a fresh damp cloth before drying with a dry lint
free cloth.
DO NOT- immerse any Equissage product in water or uid as this will
permanently damage the electronics in the products.
STOGE - ideally store your Equissage full system in an Equissage storage
case. Always store in a dry, clean, cool environment with baery packs
disconnected.
DISCLAIMER Safety: e Equissage baeries and accessories must be used
following the instructions for use for safety and effectiveness. Whilst
provisions are made with respect to safety, Equissage and CT Healthcare P /L
accepts no responsibility for any complication or incident due to instructions
not being followed accurately and for any misuse of the product.
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Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, or near
children, invalids or disabled persons.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
DO NOT use aachments not recommended by Equissage specically any
aachments not provided with the unit.
NEVER operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug. If it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
Return it to Equissage service centre or your authorised dealer for
examination and repair.
Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
NEVER block the air openings of the appliance with items, such as a horse
rug or blanket. Keep air opening free oint/ hair etc
Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
DO NOT operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.
DO NOT operate under a blanket. Excessive heat can occur and cause re,
electrocution or in jury to other persons.
DO NOT carry the appliance by the supply cord.
If your horse is startled or becomes erratic while receiving an Equissage
treatment, turn the Back Pad off immediately via wireless remote or by
unplugging the power lead to both Back Pad & Hand Pack if it is also being
used.
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WARNING (General Precautions)
- to reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, re or injury to persons:
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Research and Testing
Over many years, CVT has had extensive clinical testing, focused case
study reviews and medical/veterinary research on humans and animals.
e following are a few of the results so you can be condent that your
decision to invest in Equissage was the right choice.
Increase Speed and Length of Stride
Equissage treatments prior to half-mile breeze improved post workout
recovery within the rst 5 minutes from 71% to 85.5%. Equissage
treatments prior to a gallop allowed the mare to move a tick faster for the
distance, while expending less energy. Equissage treatments 20 minutes
before the post parade improved the Beyer gure by an average of 15
points.
oroEdge Equine Performance Study
Reducing Pain & Enhancing Mobility
e Equissage units are used daily to improve the comfort and mobility.
We believe that with regular use of the Equissage CVT units has been
helpful in maintaining comfort and quality of life, especially in the colder
months. We have also found additional uses for the equipment in
reducing discomfort.
Dr Simone Vitali BSc BVMS PhD MANZCVS, Perth Zoo
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Improved Speed and Length of Stride
Not only did the stride length appear to improve, but also an increase in
the speed of the stride (from average 2.6 m/sec to 3.1 m/sec). erefore,
the racehorse, polo pony and eventer will all perform with fewer strides in
faster time.
Dietrich Graf von Schweinitz, Veterinary Surgeon,
Wrile College UK
Improved Healing of Wounds
Using CVT to stimulate the circulation to enhance healing can
signicantly reduce treatment costs. Benets include faster healing times,
beer quality of life and a marked reduction in pain.
Journal of Wound Care vol 14, no 9
Improved Lymphatic Drainage
e core of the product CVT has local and worldwide potential in the
management of existing disorders in blood, tissue and lymphatic systems.
Niagara has demonstrated that their equipment complies to the TGA
medical devices essential principles.
Professor Dr. Neil Piller, Flinders University School of Medicine
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Improve Performance
oroEdge Equine Performance Study Purpose:
To determine if using Equissage improves performance in thoroughbreds.
e manufacturer claims that use of their product will improve circulation,
joint mobility and respiratory conditions, in addition to:
Relaxing muscles while
releasing tension;
Reducing swelling; and
Improving pre-exercise warm up and post-exercise cool down.
Method:
Science is clear in that heart rate before/during/aer exercise is an accurate
measure of exercise intensity. erefore, if heart rate drops for any given
gallop speed, or gallop speed increases for any given heart rate, a positivecondition effect is taking place.
ree methods of exercise were considered: half-mile breezes on the training
track, traditional two-mile gallops on the training track and actual six-furlong
races during the 2008-2009 season.
For breezing and galloping, the mare was outed with heart rate and GPS
sensors to objectively measure performance in terms of the relationship of
heart rate to gallop speed.
In racing, the Beyer speed gure is used to grade performance that day. Two
races took place with no Equissage treatment, while two took place with
treatments 20 minutes before post time.
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Improve Performance - Results
Half Mile Breeze
Equissage | No Equissage
Time:
RHR2:
RHR5:
Percentage:
Two-Mile Gallop
Equissage | No Equissage
Av. Pace:
Av. Heart Rate:
Feet per Beat:
0.50.3
131
98
85.5%
0.50.7
147
111
71%
2.33
207
10
2.27
196
11
Races at Six Furlon
With Equissage | With Equissage | No Equissage | No Equissage
Date:
Beyer:
Finish:
Date:
Beyer:
Finish:
12/30/18
50
1
01/24/09
49
1
11/11/08
34
7
12/05/08
35
8
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Research and Tests
Dietrich Graf von Schweinitz, Veterinary Surgeon,
Wrile College UK
Not only did the stride length appear to improve, but also an increase in the
speed of the stride (from average 2.6 m/sec to 3.1 m/sec). erefore, the
racehorse, polo pony and eventer will all perform with fewer strides in faster
time.
Journal of Wound Care vol 14, no 9, April 2005
Using CVT to stimulate the circulation to enhance healing can signicantly
reduce treatment costs. Benets include faster healing times, beer quality of
life and a marked reduction in pain.
Professor Dr. Neil Piller, Flinders University School of Medicine 2004
e core of the product CVT has local and worldwide potential in the
management of existing disorders in blood, tissue and lymphatic systems.
Niagara has demonstrated that their equipment complies to the TGA medical
devices essential principles.
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Respiratory Focus
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e Hand Pack in conjunction with the Leg and Tendon Boot is the most
effective way to treat the majority of horse leg and hoof problems.
ese problems include pulled ligaments and tendons, swellings due to
knocks or inammation, circulatory disorders, arthritic conditions, sore
shins, capped hocks, laminitis and bruising.
e boot in conjunction with the Hand Pack will create a very deep
circulatory massage to the whole leg. is in turn will increase local blood
and lymphatic circulation, relax muscles and help improve joint mobility.
To apply Leg and Tendon Boot, hold against the side of the leg and wrap the
boom Velcro strap tightly around the leg, back onto the body of the Leg
and Tendon Boot.
Insert the Hand Pack into the tubular part of the Leg and Tendon Boot.
Wrap the upper Velcro strap tightly around the leg and secure onto the body
of the Leg and Tendon Boot. Finally, check and make sure that the whole
assembly is rmly set against the leg and that the rubber cup is against the
joint area (if applicable).
Turn on the Hand Pack at a Low intensity for 1-2 minutes then turn up
speed to Medium to High intensity for 10-15 minutes.
e Leg and Tendon Boot can be used above or below the knee but for
majority of treatment, 10-15 minutes on the lower leg is sufficient.
For the treatment of sore shins use above the knee for 10-15 minutes once
or twice daily.
Respiratory Focus
In general, the majority of respiratory problems will be treated with the
Back Pad used on a daily basis in the saddle position for 20 minutes at a
Medium intensity. However we recommend the Hand Pack in conjunction
with the Back Pad prior to strenuous exercise for optimum care and results.
For the majority of breathing problems, including bleeders and thick
winded horses, carry out the following:
Hold the body of the Hand Pack on the brisket at Medium to High
intensity for 2 minutes.
Slowly work down the side of the windpipe 3 times at a Medium to High
intensity.
Hold the body of the Hand Pack on to the so palate for 1-2 minutes, taking
care not to come into contact with the jawbone
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Shoulder Focus
In general, the majority of shoulder problems will be treated with the Back
Pad used on a daily basis in the saddle position for 20 minutes at a Medium
intensity. However we recommend the Hand Pack in conjunction with the
Back Pad daily until the problem is cleared up and then once or twice a week
for optimum maintenance of movement.
Using the Hand Pack at a Medium to High intensity, take three SLOW “C”
shaped movements from the base of the neck down and around to the base
of the shoulder, following the forward articulation of the shoulder.
Move the Hand Pack at a Medium to High intensity under the edge of the
Back Pad and base of the shoulder (triceps) for 1-2 minutes.
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In general, the majority of back problems will be treated with the Back Pad
used on a daily basis in the saddle position for 20 minutes at a Medium
intensity.
To ensure a quicker healing time and optimum care and results, we
recommend the use of the Hand Pack in conjunction with the Back Pad
once or twice a week or as necessary.
Place your ngers on the rubber cup and apply Hand Pack 2” below the
spine, move slowly down and over the top of the hindquarters at Medium to
High intensity.
Gently run the Hand Pack slowly through the nerve channel three times
along to the top of the hindquarter.
Repeat on the other side.
Hindquarter Focus
In general, the majority of Hindquarter problems will be treated with the
Back Pad used on a daily basis in the saddle position for 20 minutes at a
Medium intensity. In the case of pulled muscles or a buildup of lactic acid,
use the Hand Pack on a daily basis in conjunction with the Back Pad, then
once or twice a week for optimum maintenance.
Using the Hand Pack at Medium to High intensity, move slowly down the
muscle.
Covering the top of hindquarter, hip and surrounding muscle area three
times, followed by covering the lower hindquarter three times to ease the
hamstrings.
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Hoof Focus
Equissage can assist with the healing of bruised soles and hoof abscesses.
Apply the Hand Pack with rubber cap directly to the sole of the hoof and for
maximum increase of circulation apply the hand pack to the bulb of the
heel, this in turn will encourage hoof growth.
Use the Hand Pack on Medium to High intensity for 1-2 minutes, and then
in the Leg and Tendon Boot for an additional 15 minutes.
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Warming Up
Most client use Equissage before they ride as it stimulates circulation and
muscles and aids in warming up a horse before work. For best results, use
the Back Pad in the saddle position for 20 minutes on Medium to High
intensity prior to riding. Horse can be ridden immediately aer treatment.
On competition days, horses can be treated as above or up to 4 hours prior
to competition. e benets of 1 treatment will continue to increase for up
to 6-8 hours. Allowing a 4 hour interval between treatment and riding can
allows for the therapy to be fully effective, yet also giving time for any
necessary bowel movements to occur, and any initial lethargy to pass
(which only occurs when using Equissage for the rst time on horses and
also depends on their tness levels, age and other factors).
However, trials and experience have also told us that some horses perform
best with much shorter intervals, with no negative side effects, so it's very
much a case of nding what works best for your horse – and it is oen
discipline-dependant, meaning, for example, it is oen beer to give a
racehorse a treatment a few hours before a race, whereas a dressage horse
performs well straight aer a treatment – when relaxation and suppleness
are maximised.
Please call your consultant for customised advice
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Warming Down
Equissage is the ideal tool for warming down.
Use the Back Pad at a Low to Medium intensity aer competition for 20-30
minutes.
is will relax the horse and help reduce the build up of lactic acid and the
stiffening of muscles and joints.
Allow at least 5-8 hours between warm-up and warm-down treatments.
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Accessories
In addition to the Standard Equissage System, Equissage offers a range of
accessories that can be purchased online by clicking the Equissage Apparel
link at www.equissage.com.au.
Accessories include:
Baeries
Equissage Baery Charger
Equissage Tendon Boot
Equissage Facial Adapter
Equissage Scalp Adapter
Equissage Saddle Blanket (Colours: White, Black)
Equissage Trolley/Gear Bag
Equissage Buckets
Equissage Cap
Equissage Vest
Equissage Polo
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Warranty
Terms and Conditions
Equissage, a division of CT Healthcare Pty Ltd ABN 17 002 385 211 (hereaer
Equissage) undertakes, subject to the conditions specied herein, to perform any
necessary service on a customer product supplied by Equissage without charging
the labour or parts during the period specied below, commencing from the date
of purchase.
Niagara erapy, a division of CT Healthcare Pty Ltd ABN 17 002 385 211
devices and products that are supplied by Equissage are subject to the Warranty
Terms & Conditions as provided within such products and do not form part of this
Warranty.
e rights and remedies conferred by the warranty are in addition to those
conferred under the Trade Practices Act, Australian Consumer Laws and other
State & Territory Laws.
1. For the period of 24 months (two years) from the date of original purchase of an
Equissage EDGE erapy Device (Back Pack, Hand Pack), Accell erapy Device
or Equissage EDGE Pony erapy Device, Equissage warrants to rectify and/or
repair at its option at no charge to the purchaser, all manufacturing defects which
Equissage determines to be defective in workmanship, materials and components.
1a. For a period of 12 months (one year) on Baery Chargers and on all
rechargeable baeries supplied with above mentioned products, Equissage
warrants to rectify and/or repair at its option at no charge to the purchaser, all
manufacturing defects which Equissage determines to be defective in
workmanship, materials and components.
is Warranty will be deemed VOID if the Baery/Charger Care and
Maintenance procedures outlined within the Owners Manual are deemed by
Equissage to not have been followed.
2. is Warranty given by Equissage shall only apply to the original purchaser. e
warranty is not transferable or assignable.
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3. e Warranty will apply only whilst the product has been used and maintained in
accordance with the Care and Maintenance instructionsprovided within the
Owners Manual and provided the product has not been damaged by accident or
subject to misuse, neglect or abuse or being tampered with, or repaired, by
unauthorised persons.
4. Should it be necessary to return any items to Equissage or their authorised repairer
to effect repairs while still under Warranty, all transportation chargers will be the
responsibility of the customer unless agreed by Equissage to the contrary. Any
Warranty claim that is preceded outside of Australia or New Zealand will incur full
cost of total transportation regardless of circumstance.
5. All reasonable effort will be made to match original coverings, however Equissage
will accept no liability if unable to match original due to wear and tear, staining or the
aging process of materials.
6. Service on Equissage equipment will be carried out at the CT Healthcare
Niagara/Equissage Manufacturing facility in, Queensland, Australia and
Niagara/Equissage Office Albany, Auckland, New Zealand or at an authorised
repairer. All cost of service and transportation will be borne by customer when
Warranty is Void or Expired.
PURCHASE RECORD
It is recommended that you complete the following so that the details you will
require in case of a warranty service are close at hand.
Date of Purchase _______________________
Serial Numbers________________________
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horse takes out!
Try the Equissage Rider Pad
system for yourself and see
why riders and competitors
choose Equissage!
e Equissage EDGE products are manufactured
by CT Healthcare Pty Ltd.
29 Resource Street, Parkinson, QLD 4115
AUS +61 7 3386 7222 | NZ 0800 642 427
www.equissage.com.au | www.equissage.co.nz
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