For Your Horse
for you & your horse
Like the human body, your horse is composed of fascia, which is the three dimensional connective tissue web that runs from head to tail. As awareness of Myofascial release grows, it is quickly gaining traction as an integral part of equine healthcare.
The training programs that our horses engage in require a combination of flexibility, strength, balance, endurance and co-ordination. Any or all of these components often are adversely affected when fascial restrictions are present, and it is safe to say that the majority of horses have fascial restrictions to varying degrees.
Fascial restriction can result from many equine issues, including but not limited to; trauma, inflammation, overuse, repetitive training, poor saddle fit, mirrored dysfunction of the horse and rider, direct injury, poor nutrition and bad footing.
Fascial restriction has the capability of pulling 2,000 pounds per square inch of tension in one area. That is an enormous amount of tension to overcome and is the cause of many problems that limit the performance of the equine athlete, including poor collection, balance problems, lack of flexibility, lead change problems, behavioural issues, sore muscles, back pain, and tendon and ligament injuries. This is why Equine Myofascial Release is a whole body connective tissue approach that works very well with other alternative methods like chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathy and equine massage.
Equine Myofascial release with Swedish Fascia Vibes provides an indirect, non-intrusive approach to soft tissue manipulation; gently moving surface and deep tissue, releasing tight fascia and helping to stimulate the body’s ability to re-align itself.
During a typical fascia release session, the movement of your horse will be evaluated without a rider, as well as the static position. Restrictions will then be identified, which generally feel fibrous, immobile, hot, hard or tender. These restrictions will then be treated using the Swedish Fascia Vibes therapy and last approx. 60 minutes.
The horse will show signs of release throughout the treatment by licking, chewing, yawning, and releasing gas, gut sounds or bowel movements.
Please note that Veterinary consent must be given before any treatments commence.
Initial Assessment & Fascia Release
60 minsAdditional FR Sessions
30 minsSports Massage
60 minsFrequently Asked Questions
Does my Vet need to be involved?
Yes, under the requirements of The Veterinary Act 1966, any Equine Therapist will need permission to proceed from the client’s veterinarian prior to a session.
What will I need to do, and what do I need to prepare?
If you could ensure that your horse is clean and dry and that he/she is housed in a suitable clean and dry area. If you could also have to hand, a note of recent health checks such as when the farrier and dentist last checked your horse.
My horse has a number of problems with his feet, saddle and movement, will you help with all of that?
I appreciate the inter-linkage between all other health professionals. Sometimes a team effort is required to restore optimum health for the individual concerned. Communication between any of the following is important – veterinarian, farrier, trainer/instructor, groom/yard manager, physiotherapist, chiropractor, nutritionist, saddler & any other professional involved.
Are you insured?
Yes, I hold a comprehensive insurance policy.
