What is the difference between physio/equine sports massage and McTimoney Chiropractic?
McTimoney Chiropractic is a technique used to manipulate misaligned joints throughout the whole body, but particularly in the spine and pelvis, which produces an effect at that joint and to any muscles, which are attached to that area. It is used in the treatment of “back problems” and associated injuries, such as sacroiliac strain and some lameness in horses. Both physio for horses and equine massage are treatments which are used to treat muscle and tendon injuries as well as back problems in horses. Physios will use a variety of machines, ranging from ultrasound, magnetopulse and laser treatment, to aid in the recovery oftorn muscles or strained ligaments, and to prevent muscle atrophy following an injury. Some physios will also use manipulation of the joints and massage techniques as a part of their treatment. A therapist specialising in equine massage uses massage to increase circulation, enhance muscle tone and relax muscle spasm thereby increasing the level of performance. In the
