Is There AnyTime A Horse Should Not Be Massaged Or Have AcuPressure Done?
Yes. MASSAGE: is contraindicated for the following: in the area of rashes, fungal infections, burns, or irritated/broken/bruised/traumatized skin (although other areas may be massaged normally), during the onset of the flu (influenza), a fever, or if the horse is diagnosed with an infectious disease (strangles, tetanus, and pneumonia). Deep work on the abdominal area (although light work here is often soothing and enjoyable) is contraindicated during pregnancy. All other areas may be massaged normally during pregnancy. ACUPUNCTURE/ACUPRESSURE: is contraindicated during certain situations and/or in certain areas. For example, in pregnancy, the areas of the lower abdomen and lumbar back (among others) and for certain acupoints (Sp 6, UB 67, Li 4, etc.) are off-limits. Patients with pacemakers MUST NOT have electro-acupuncture, and NO-ONE should have e-stim applied across the spine. Sound Confusing? Yeah, it can be. For this reason, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT to research the schooling and educa
