LPG Systems®, a world leader in the field of massage therapy, have developed an exceptional technique in the field of equine sport therapy. LPG Sport Equin® therapy is specifically adapted to equine physiology. The treatment acts on the horse's entire muscle mass, manipulating the dermis and the dermal muscles.

This mobilizes the fascia in relation to the muscle aponeuroses, optimizing the naturally occurring sliding motion.

At the same time the neurosensitive receptors are stimulated.

The combined action of a suction mechanism that creates a skin fold and motorized rollers that work this fold forwards and backwards leads to an increase in blood circulation. This, in turn, promotes cellular metabolism and improves muscle efficiency.

Initial clinical trials have shown interesting physiological trends. These include the following effects:

• Maintenance of blood lactate levels of 4mmol/l during intensive exercise tests, showing better aerobic energy intake during intense energy output
• Improvement in V200 (velocity possible at a heart rate of 200bpm) of 13 m/min, showing that horses experienced less pain during exercise and produced faster test times after the same training schedule
• Thermography shows an improvement in circulation within the deep muscle masses, therefore optimizing muscle functioning

LPG Sport Equin® therapy is natural and completely without adverse side effects. It has been found to work with great efficacy in the treatment of damaged or pulled muscles, sore backs etc. The negative pressure used in the LPG Sport Equin® system of treatment ensures that no further damage can be done to any areas of pain during the course of treatment, thus aiding a speedy recovery.

The benefits of LPG Sport Equin® therapy can be demonstrated across all disciplines.

• During dressage, the forward and lateral movements are better executed and more flowing
• During jumping and eventing, more relaxed and flexible back muscles allow the horse to clear obstacles with greater ease
• After exertion, breathing returns quickly to normal and the horse dries off faster.
• Improved behaviour during work, at rest and during grooming
• More attentive and flexible at work
• Paces are looser, more sweeping and balanced
• Greater articular range and symmetry of movement
• Better joint flexibility and extension

The horse rediscovers maximal effort without strain and is able to fully release its muscular power. The gaits and strides of the horse, flowing and even, indicate the full extent of its remarkable potential to perform at its full capacity.

A true revolution in equine treatment, LPG Sport Equin® improves the preparation, recovery and potential of that superb athlete: the horse.