Are payment plans available?

We have a range of payment plans available, and can tailor a solution to fit most budgets and purchases. Simply get in touch with us directly via any of the means outlined on our contact page and we’ll be more than happy to run through the options available with you.

Do you have second hand or demo rugs available to purchase?

Second hand and used demonstration rugs occasionally become available for purchase – we’d recommend keeping an eye on our Facebook page or joining our mailing list for updates, as we’ll post details surrounding these as soon as they arise. These rugs have proven to be very popular in the past, so we’d suggest getting in touch as quickly as possible to secure your purchase.

I’m currently using an alternative massage system and looking to upgrade. Do you offer trade-ins?

We do offer trade-ins on select alternate brands and therapeutics systems. If you’re looking to upgrade from your current supplier, please don’t hesitate to get in touch to discuss this option further.

Activo-Med products are available for hire, and we often find this is a helpful option for clients who may only wish to use the system over a short period of time (i.e. leasing or trailing a horse, or as part of a specific recovery plan). Activo-Med systems are also available to be purchased at any stage during the hire period – we’ll even remove the hire fees you’ve already paid from the sale price. We also have a number of product consultants based in both Australia and New Zealand who are able to offer Activo-Med treatments. Please note that hiring is dependent on equipment availability, so bookings ahead of time are recommended.

Does Activo-Med help with travel problems

Many of our clients find the combination of PEMF and Massage in Activo Med highly successful when travelling – we have riders who regularly travel across the Nullabor or interstate for competitions, and use the Activo Med to get their top horses in peak conditions quickly. We are also seeing a number of riders who have imported horses using Activo Med to get them back to full health (as the import process can be tough) as quickly as possible.

My horse can become quite anxious when competing. Could this help to calm him down?

We’ve had great feedback from riders who’ve used the system to help keep on top of competition nerves – we even have a range of relaxation programs which have been specifically built for this purpose. Each sequence begins with a gentle, non-invasive pulsed magnetic treatment, increasing blood flow to the muscles and relieving tension. Following this, a light, rolling massage sequence will begin, further promoting an overall relaxation.

Will Activo-Med help muscle damage?

The Activo-Med Therapy System is can be programmed to specifically target your horses’ problem areas using the highly adaptable controller. With Pulsed Electromagnetic Field & Massage Therapies, the Activo-Med system is the ONLY system offering this complete combined treatment.

To target a specific torn and/or pulled muscle/ligament issue, the controller should be set to deliver a treatment at an intensity of between 1-3 mT, with a starting frequency of 2-4Hz, increasing to 8.

My horse has a splint – can this system help?

Absolutely. Both our laser and leg wraps have specific programs designed to assist with lower limb fractures and splints. To assist in reducing splints, we recommend using the leg wraps twice a day on sequence S07. If you have access to the laser, this is optimal, and should be used on t5, F8, I6, L8.

How does the Activo-Med Therapy System work?

The German designed and manufactured Activo-Med therapy system combines two therapies (both PEMF and Cyclonic Massage) in one easy to use system.

The therapy is distributed evenly over the entire horse in an effective rug. The therapy works in the direction of venous blood flow, and consists of 14 PEMF coils and 14 Cyclonic Massage Modules. These treat the horse from poll to tail, with specific attention on each shoulder, and on each stifle.

Combining these two therapies is the ultimate treatment for keeping performance horses in top condition, as well as aiding in recovery from ailments including muscular problems (back, tying up etc), tendons, fractures, joints, metabolic issues, and more.

Can I use Activo-Med as part of my warm up routine?

Absolutely! Activo-Med’s Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) can assist in loosening up the muscular system, making it an ideal addition to warm up exercises. The PEMF combines with the Cyclonic Massage to boost circulation and promote an increase in cellular oxygen levels, maximising the efficiency of your training. Post-training, the use of Activo-Med can assist in the acceleration of healing processes, and stimulate lymphatic draining.

Our riders have often commented on the difference Activo-Med has made to their warm up and cool down routines, with many noting an increase in their horses’ suppleness during work, and a decline in post-ride (and event) recovery time frames.

How many items can be run from a four port controller?

You can run up to three attachments at a time from each Pro controller – a common set up is to have the Combi-Pro rug connected along with front and hind leg wraps. Our Elite Performance and Speedy Rehabilitation packages each come with two controllers, meaning you can treat two horses at once, or run a leg specific program from one controller and a rug and laser program through the second controller at the same time. This means that you can tailor your therapy to directly treat the soft tissue of the tendons and ligaments in a leg, whilst also addressing the large muscle mass on the rump.

The controllers have 18 programs installed – are they easy to use?

Yep – super easy! We’ll set up a range of specific programs and sequences for you, and will give you an easy to read treatment sheet outlining what each program is designed to do. Simply pick a program, turn the controller on, scroll to the option you want, and hit ‘start’. Plus, don’t forget you can set your own – and that we’re always here to help!

How long does the battery last?

The Activo-Med batteries are engineered to be very long lasting. Generally speaking, you should get around 20 treatments out of a single charge – although this may vary slightly depending on the type of treatments you’re running, and the attachments you’re using.

• One of the world’s foremost experts on treadmills used for performance horses
• Veterinary
• 22 years working with treadmills
• Olympic Gold medal winning eventer

• Yourself and your staff learning how to use the system
• Expert advice on how to integrate treadmill training into your and clients’ horses training programs
• Veterinary advice on specific programs for fitness and rehabilitation
• Setup of specific programs for particular issues
• Open day with presentations to your prospective & current clients to educate them about incorporating treadmill training into their program and encourage them to try yours.
• Educate and procure new customers by utilising Dr Matthias to demonstrate the value of a treadmill in their program

Yes the water treadmills can be run from single phase however the chiller units for the treadmills cannot. So if you want a chilled water treadmill you need three phase power.

However you can run a chiller for a spa on single phase. So you could incorporate a water treadmill and spa unit with a single phase system.

Yes there is up to an X% incline on Activo Med treadmills. Water treadmills do not typically incorporate an incline as the incline means the water level is not even across the horse’s body (ie the hind end is deeper and shoulders are shallower), however this can be added as an optional extra if you would like it to suit your needs.

• Horses when working or on a standard walker, will compensate, favour a side or work slightly unevenly especially if they have any A treadmill provides the horse no choice but to walk completely straight, with even stride length for both sides, thereby working both sides of the body perfectly evenly for strength and fitness.
• The speed is also perfectly controlled meaning a clear regular rhythm while work is occurring and ensuring consistent speed over the course of the program.

• Water works horses in better ways
• People who have both prefer water
• Water creates resistance and works the horse’s core and muscles significantly more than general treadmill or hill work.
• The water level can be adjusted which controls which of the horse’s muscles are targeted for work. Eg at fetlock depth the horse lifts his feet up and over the water level in an action similar to trot poles, at knee heght he is working his legs through the water, and at shoulder height he is using his core to push his whole body through the water.

Feedback – horses feel amazing, makes a real difference. Can look over the top of the horse’s back and see the muscles working. Improves quality of work, build up of strength, focusses attention on working properly and ‘through’.

One client had 10 horses, for a year ran 5 on the treadmill and 5 with normal work without treadmill incorporation. Feedback was that the 5 on the treadmill were significantly different in their strength, development and topline – the work they could do was significantly better.

Results – studies show lengthened stride length, looser through backs and generally work better.

• There are a variety of people who invest in a treadmill or water treadmill
  • Private yards
  • Semi private yards who cover the cost through running other people’s horse through it
  • Full commercial yards for training and rehab
  • Rehab centres
  • Veterinary practices
  • Professional stables for their own training regime

• The treadmills can operate at varying speeds to enable the horse to work at walk or trot and variations between the two.
• While the treadmills operate at various speeds, the horse’s best work is done at the walk.
• Eventers typically like to trot their horses for fitness. They often utilise the two speeds for interval training (ie alternating periods of walk and trot).

Our treadmills are 4.2m which is longer than many others in the market (typical length is 3.6m), this makes it ideal for bigger horses who can fit a full stride within the system without being limited by the dimensions. Allows the horse to work fully within it’s stride.

• Set in pit
• Ramps
• Build concrete up and around

Yes, the treadmills are not fixed to the location and can be relocated should you move or onsell the equipment at a later date.

No, the high quality equipment and design means that no chlorine is required in any of our equipment. This ensures that your horses are working in chemical free water.

If you wish to add salt to the water we will design a system in a higher grade stainless steel allowing you to utilize the benefits of salt water in your system.