Mia models the Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet from Horseware Ireland. Photo by Jenni Autry.
It’s common to spot horses wearing therapy sheets and blankets at competitions. Our horses are athletes, and we all want them to feel their very best so they can perform to the highest level of their abilities. But how do you go about choosing the right therapy sheet for your horse?
I’ve spotted more and more horses wearing the Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet from Horseware Ireland at events, and after taking it for a spin myself, this is definitely a therapy option event riders should consider for their horses. What sets Rambo Ionic apart from similar therapy sheets, and how does it work? Let’s take a closer look.
The inner fabric of the Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet is printed with a powdered form of tourmaline. This naturally occurring crystal releases negative ions, which in turn work to strengthen, stimulate and support a horse’s circulatory and endocrine systems, increasing blood flow to the brain, muscles and other key parts of the body.
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Negative ion therapy not only increases the level of oxygen in the muscles, but also helps to clear toxins from the body. This makes Rambo Ionic ideal for use both before exercise to prepare muscles for work and after rides to aid in reducing any lactic acid build-up.
Increased oxygen levels in the blood offer numerous other benefits for your horse, like improved concentration and greater energy. It also contributes to a faster metabolic rate and helps speed the oxidation of serotonin in the blood, which can improve mood levels and offer pain relief.
Thermography tests show that Rambo Ionic significantly increases circulation in the body, for both horses and humans alike. And yes, Horseware also offers a full line of Rambo Ionic products for humans that I’m eager to try.
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To see how this technology is directly benefitting top horses and riders, I talked to Emma Ford, head groom and barn manager for Phillip Dutton Eventing. Emma has been using the Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet and Boots this season, and she said the products make a noticeable difference.
“I love them! The sheets are very lightweight, which enables me to use them in temperatures up to 75 degrees,” Emma said. “I like to use them after hard workouts, during competitions and when shipping. The horses’ muscles feel more soft and relaxed after a night of wearing them.”
Here’s Fernhill Cubalawn, who has been named to the U.S. Eventing Team for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, wearing his Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet and Boots:
Fernhill Cubalawn wearing his Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet and Boots. Photo courtesy of Emma Ford.
After using the sheet myself, I definitely like it for all the same reasons as Emma. The sheet is very lightweight and comfortable for the horse to wear, and Mia can wear it even on warm summer days in Pennsylvania. It also folds neatly and is easy to pack and take on the road, which is another big plus.
The fit is also super, and the sheet doesn’t slip back and tighten up in the shoulders during longer periods of use. Horseware recommends using the sheet for two to four hours initially, then it can be used normally during the day or overnight. I also love that the sheet cleans up beautifully in the washing machine and comes out looking like new.
Mia enjoying the comfort of her Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet. Photo by Jenni Autry.
The Rambo Ionic Stable Sheet retails at $250, with the Ionic Boots retailing at $119. Click here to find a Horseware retailer near you, and be sure to click here to learn more about Rambo Ionic. There is also a full line for humans: Socks, Ankle Support, Knee Support, Wrist Support, Elbow Support and Arm Support.
Have you tried Rambo Ionic? Let us know in the comments below!
