Why Equine Massage?
It is unrealistic to expect performance from a horse that is in pain. Unfortunately, in the horse industry today, pain management is common practice and horsemanship is a fading art. Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissue to achieve specific goals of drainage, relaxation or stimulation. It helps to release and reduce muscle-related compromise such as trigger points and stress points. The healing function of massage therapy accelerates recovery from injury. It contributes to the overall wellbeing of the body and to its ability to function efficiently and healthfully. How will Performance Equine Massage benefit your horse? Horses are athletes. They are expected to perform at their maximum potential in order to run faster, jump higher and to execute technically difficult maneuvers. Regardless of whether you use your horse for pleasure, events, or dressage, all impose their own physical demands. Such demands can ultimately result in pain, injury and behavior issues. Drug therap
