Equine massage is performed by using Swedish massage techniques on the horses muscles

 

Massage isn't just for the injuried horse, it provides many benefits for the healthy horse as well.

Horses are very good at hiding mild pain and will adjust their gait or the way they hold themselves to hide it. Usually it isnt till the pain is so painful for them that we begin to notice that theres a problem.

Massage can help prevent this by making sure the horses muscles aren't too tight.

 

Why should I get my horse massaged?

The following factors are reasons why we should get the horses massaged: Over use, Warming up or Cooling down too fast, Age, Rushing a training schedule, unbalanced rider, Nervous tension, Incorrect shoeing and also Poorly fitted tack.

 

The benefits of a massage for the horse

 

• Reduces the tactile defence

• Providing comfort for muscle injuries

• Improving circulation

• Improves the horses dispostion

• Increasing the range of movement

• Improving stamina

• Improves muscle tone