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Horseware Ionic Ceramic Therapy
Horseware Ionic ceramic therapy: what it is and where to start
Horseware Ionic is a range of rugs, coolers, hoods, boots and pads with a ceramic-infused lining. The ceramic particles reflect your horse's own body heat back as gentle far-infrared warmth, which owners use to help keep muscles warm and comfortable before work and after it. It is a wearable comfort aid, not a medical device — if your horse is lame, sore or recovering from injury, speak to your vet or physio first and use these rugs alongside their advice.
Of the 14 products in this range, 10 are in stock today, starting at £34.95 for the Horseware Ionic Calming Face Mask. Most riders start with one everyday layer (a stable rug or liner) and add a targeted piece (hock boots or bandage pads) later.
In a hurry?
- Everyday stable warmth: Horseware Ionic Therapy Stable 50G — £103.95, sizes 5ft 6 to 7ft 3.
- Out in the field: Horseware Ionic Therapy Turnout 100G — £173.95, sizes 5ft 6 to 7ft 3.
- Drying off after work: Horseware Ionic Therapy Mesh Cooler — £125.95, sizes 5ft 6 to 7ft 3.
- Legs only, lowest outlay: Horseware Ionic Hock Boots - Set Of 2 — £51.95, or Horseware Ionic Bandage Pads - Set Of 2 from £42.95.
- Not sure on size or layering? Get in touch and our team will help.
Which Horseware Ionic product should I choose?
| Product | Best for | Sizes in stock | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horseware Ionic Therapy Turnout 100G | Winter turnout — waterproof outer with ceramic lining | 5ft 6 – 7ft 3 | £173.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Therapy Mesh Cooler | Cooling and drying off after schooling or competition | 5ft 6 – 7ft 3 | £125.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Therapy Stable 50G | Overnight stable warmth as a standalone rug | 5ft 6 – 7ft 3 | £103.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Therapy Liner 200G | Adding ceramic warmth under an existing turnout or stable rug | 5ft 6 | £89.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Therapy Turnout Hood 0G | Neck and shoulder cover in the field | Small – X-Large | £55.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Hock Boots - Set Of 2 | Hocks that get knocked or stiff in the stable | Full | £51.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Therapy Mesh Cooler Hood | Matching neck cover for the mesh cooler | Small – X-Large | £42.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Bandage Pads - Set Of 2 | Under stable bandages on the lower leg | 30cm / 35cm / 40cm | £42.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Calming Face Mask | A light ceramic-lined cover over the head and poll | Small – X-Large | £34.95 |
| Horseware Ionic Therapy Dog Coat 50G | The yard dog — same ceramic lining, canine fit | XX-Small – XXX-Large | £43.95 |
How does ceramic therapy actually work?
The lining carries ceramic particles that absorb your horse's body heat and reflect it back as far-infrared warmth. In practice that means a rug that feels warmer than its fill weight suggests, without adding bulk. Riders typically use it to help muscles stay warm and relaxed overnight or between sessions. Evidence in this area is still developing, so treat it as a comfort and warmth aid rather than a treatment for any specific condition.
When in the day should I use it?
Two windows work best. Before work, 20–30 minutes under a stable rug or cooler helps warm muscles before you tack up. After work, once your horse has stopped sweating, the Horseware Ionic Therapy Mesh Cooler (£125.95) lets moisture escape while the ceramic lining keeps warmth in — useful on cold evenings when a wet back chills fast.
Do I need a rug, or will boots do?
If your concern is the back, quarters and shoulders, choose a rug or liner. If it is the lower limbs — hocks that get stable knocks, or legs you already bandage — the Horseware Ionic Hock Boots - Set Of 2 (£51.95) and Horseware Ionic Bandage Pads - Set Of 2 (from £42.95) are the cheaper, more targeted route. Many owners run both: a rug overnight, boots or pads on the nights the legs need it.
Can I layer Ionic with rugs I already own?
Yes — that is exactly what the Horseware Ionic Therapy Liner 200G (£89.95, 5ft 6 in stock) is for. It goes under a turnout or stable rug you already have, so you get ceramic warmth without replacing your whole rug wardrobe. Check the total warmth you are putting on: a 200g liner under a heavyweight turnout is a lot of rug for a mild night.
How do I size a Horseware Ionic rug?
Rugs in this range run 5ft 6 to 7ft 3 and follow standard UK rug sizing — measure from the centre of the chest, along the side, to the point of the buttock. Hoods and the Horseware Ionic Calming Face Mask come Small to X-Large and should sit clear of the eyes with no rubbing at the poll. If you are between sizes or your horse is an awkward shape, get in touch and our team will help.
Horseware Ionic: your questions answered
Does ceramic therapy treat injuries or lameness?
No. Horseware Ionic products are comfort and warmth aids that support a horse's normal routine — they are not a treatment and they do not cure or diagnose anything. If your horse is lame, swollen, sore or coming back from injury, get your vet or a qualified physio involved first and use these products only as part of the plan they recommend.
How long should my horse wear an Ionic rug?
Most owners use them the way they use any rug — overnight in the stable, or for a shorter 20–30 minute session before or after work. Because the warmth comes from your horse's own body heat, there is no timer to watch, but the usual rugging rules apply: check your horse is not sweating underneath, and take the rug off if they feel hot behind the elbow.
Which Ionic product is the cheapest way to try the range?
The Horseware Ionic Calming Face Mask is the lowest-priced item in stock at £34.95. If you would rather put the ceramic lining against the legs, the Horseware Ionic Bandage Pads - Set Of 2 start at £42.95 and the Horseware Ionic Hock Boots - Set Of 2 are £51.95 — both far less outlay than a full rug.
Can I wash Horseware Ionic rugs and boots?
Yes — follow the care label sewn into each item. As a rule, wash cool, skip fabric softener and never tumble dry or iron the ceramic lining, as heat and softener residue can affect the fabric and any waterproof outer. Line dry away from direct heat. If a label has faded, get in touch and our team will help.
Is the Ionic Therapy Liner a standalone rug?
The Horseware Ionic Therapy Liner 200G (£89.95, currently 5ft 6 in stock) is designed to go underneath a turnout or stable rug rather than on its own. If you want a rug your horse can wear by itself in the stable, choose the Horseware Ionic Therapy Stable 50G at £103.95 instead.
Does the dog coat use the same lining as the horse rugs?
Yes — the Horseware Ionic Therapy Dog Coat 50G carries the same ceramic-infused lining, cut to a canine fit and available XX-Small to XXX-Large from £43.95. It is popular with owners of older or stiff dogs, but the same rule applies: it is a warmth and comfort layer, not a treatment, so check with your vet if your dog has a diagnosed condition.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-24 by the Just Horse Riders team.