Q&A

What is Equine Massage?

Equine Massage is a hands on therapeutic technique for the muscles. The body will always attempt to heal and maintain itself and massage helps us trigger the body into getting itself in optimal health. It has a vital roll to play in prevention and recovery from injury and is now widely recognized and accepted in the medical community.

What are the benefits of Equine Massage?

Improve movement flexibility and stride length
Reduces tension & soreness
Reduces muscle spasm
Increases wellbeing & reduces stress
Enhances blood flow
Improves proprioception
Improves posture, muscle tone, circulation & coat
Immune system support
Reduces fatigue
Injury prevention

What does Equine Massage appointment consist of?

Appointment will take up to 1 hour and a half
Static & Dynamic Assessment
The Massage
Discussion on my findings at the end of the session

What are the signs that my horse needs a Massage?

Rearing / Bucking
Biting / Kicking out
Not engaging hindquarters
Toe dragging
Refusing or knocking fences down
Not striking off on the correct canter lead
Not standing when being mounted
Shortened strides
Hollowing in the back
Stiff on one rein
Suffered a fall or injury
Uneven muscle development
After a bad fitting saddle
Irritated being tacked up
Unhappy being groomed

Does my horse have to be a certain age to have a massage?

Its never too soon to start introducing foals to body work and no horse is too old for a massage!

Can my brood mare have a massage?

Mares often suffer from sore muscles and compensate for the growing foal, so yes. Massage can be very beneficial for pregnant mares and mares that have recently foaled.

What happens if I need to cancel my appointment?

Be sure to cancel at least 48 hrs in advance then we can re-book your appointment to a more convenient time/day. To avoid cancellation fee.