Equine Sports Massage Therapy is the manipulation & mobilisation of soft tissues within the body which mainly includes muscles & connective tissue (fascia).
Equine Massage Therapy (EMT) during a session we use a range of massage techniques & strokes to stimulate blood flow to different areas of the body. This encourages blood flow & brings in oxygen & other nutrients, while at the same time removing lactic acid build up & eliminating other metabolic waste from the horses body. This encourages injured muscles to heal & healthy muscles to remain flexible & pain free.
Each horse is different.
We customise each massage to each individual horse, while at the same time massaging the whole body from head to hoof.
Have you noticed these changes with your horse?
If your horse is having any of these issues, they may be trying to tell you that they need EMT soon rather than later!
Bucking/Behavioural Problems Under Saddle
Struggling to pick up the correct lead
Head Tossing
Girthing Problems/Moodiness while tacking up
"OFF" for no apparent reason..
To name a few.
Will my horse benefit from Equine Massage Therapy?
All horses will benefit from an Equine Massage Therapy Session, from the older horse that are retired or not being used, to the top performance horse at any level of their career.
The benefits & effects are shown to have profound outcomes on these great athletes, keeping the muscles soft, supple and working correctly. A thorough understanding of anatomy and the interactions of bones, joints and muscles are the basis of this proven physical & mental therapy that is the art of massage.
Conclusion
Horses that are in routine work tend to use the same muscles repeatedly in order for them to perform their job. Because of this, their muscles start to develop tension patterns. This is also another reason why it is important to add regular therapy sessions and another reason why I recommend follow up sessions.
If tension patterns are not addressed they may lead to further restrictions, compensatory movement patterns and if left long enough, injury.
Hannah
Massage is not a substitute for veterinary care. We work closely with you, your vet, & farrier to fully benefit the whole horse. We are happy to answer any questions you may have or book an appointment, email Hannah on hannahegan.eq@gmail.com
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