EQUISSAGE provides superior therapy performance with Cycloid Vibration Therapy (CVT). Equissage Therapy offers a versatile and comprehensive physical therapy solution. Our devices are clinically trialed and proven to enhance circulation, lymphatic drainage, joint mobility, muscle and joint pain relief. They are trusted and utilised by thousands of equine enthusiasts.
Equissage devices were developed in Australia from the Niagara Therapy CVT class IIa medical devices that humans and animals have used to improve circulation, lymphatic drainage, joint mobility, relax muscles, and much more since 1949.
The Equissage EDGE is the result of our team's unwavering dedication and commitment to research and development. Our systems, all of which deliver Cycloid Vibration Therapy (CVT), are designed for creatures of all sizes.
The Equissage Therapy (along with Accell Therapy) system is defined by its 3-dimensional Cycloid Vibration Therapy (CVT), which sets it apart from conventional vibration devices. Unlike standard units that produce harsh, high-amplitude vibrations, CVT delivers smooth, circular movements that penetrate deeply yet gently. This approach is suitable for use on a wide range of animals, including horses, dogs, and cats, and is effective for both individual users and professionals in medical or physical therapy.
Traditional vibration devices often create aggressive "slapping" or "pounding" motions through single-plane vibrations. In contrast, the Equissage Therapy system uses a unique suspension mechanism to generate cycloidal motion, combining multiple dimensions of energy for a more effective and non-invasive experience. This allows for deep tissue engagement without the stress or discomfort typically associated with conventional vibration units.
A key factor that sets CVT apart is its low acceleration rate of approximately 28 meters per second squared, compared to the 1,290 meters per second squared seen in standard vibration devices. This significantly lower rate ensures that therapy remains non-aggressive, avoiding tissue damage and muscle fatigue. By reducing unnecessary strain, CVT provides a safer and more beneficial alternative to traditional vibration techniques.
Studies have shown that CVT enhances muscle performance by promoting a high motor response without causing stress or metabolic waste. In human trials, it was found to reduce the electrical impulse needed to stimulate muscle reaction by 20% after just 15 minutes of use, a benefit equally applicable to animals. This gentle yet effective approach makes Equissage Therapy a trusted choice for improving recovery, performance, and overall well-being.
There are a number of case studies conducted using Thermal Imaging to outline the benefits of Cycloid Vibration Therapy. Thermal Imaging is used to determine the increase in temperature, which is directly related to the increase of circulation.
Left image shows the medial right hind before treatment, and the right image shows the same after 10 minutes of wearing the CVT therapy boots.
Significantly reduced temperature readings are seen in the area of the windgall and surrounding tissues.
Left image shows the left metacarpus before treatment, the image on the right is after 20 minutes of wearing the CVT therapy massage pad.
Significantly reduced heat measurements are seen in the pastern, around the fetlock, and the oedema in the leg is seen to reduce after treatment.
A series of images were taken. The first show the knees prior to treatment, the second set immediately after 20 minutes wearing both the massage pad and boots and the third set two hours after treatment.
Notes: Immediately after treatment, the temperature readings in both carpi are significantly lower, as inflammation is reduced.
A series of images were taken. The first shows the back prior to treatment, the second set immediately after 20 minutes wearing the massage pad.
Notes: Two views of the same mare pre-treatment. The pelvic rotation is causing muscular spasm on the right side and associated muscular atrophy on the left. Three significantly warm areas are seen on the dorsal line in the saddle area. The first and third of these are clipper marks and can be used to identify the position of the kissing spine post treatment. Kissing spine is shown as a white hot area on the dorsal line, and an associated intersecting horizontal band (called a warm nerve root signature) a result of one or more branches of the spinal chord being compressed. The large warm area over the sacroiliac area is an artifact, where the coat has been clipped.
Notes: Two views of the same mare post-treatment. The muscular spasm on the right is markedly reduced, and improved circulation is seen on the left. The warm nerve root signature associated with spinal impingement is reduced post-treatment, and the hot spot directly above the spinal impingement is slightly reduced in significance. As a control, the clip lines remain the same temperature as seen pre-treatment.
