Benefits of Massage Therapies and Equine Stretch


Intrinsic
Stimulate circulatory and lymphatic systems (accelerate cell renewal and tissue repair)
Reduce recovery time
Removal of lactic acid
Calms the nervous system
Influence neural pathways and aid proprioception
Improve the condition of the skin

Performance
Aids symmetry and straightness
Improved range of movement and freedom of movement
Improved co-ordination and body awareness
Improved strength and ability to perform
Improved technique – jumping and flatwork

Muscles & Joints
Improve muscle and joint flexibility
Improve muscle tone and suppleness
Release muscle spasms
Reduce the risk of muscle/soft tissue injury
Improve atrophied muscles
Calm hypertrophic muscles
Warm muscles in preparation for work
Reduce stiffness
Relieve painful and arthritic joints
Increase and maintain optimal range of movement in joints
Helps prevent and repair adhesions
Supports soft tissues and maintains muscle tone during box rest or restricted exercise
Early identification of problem areas
Manipulation of spinal joints helps horses with chronic back problems

Chronic Issues and back problems
Soft tissue and joint mobilisation therapy can help with a variety of chronic and long-term issues including:
Chronic back problems
Equine rhabdomyolysis syndrome (Azoturia)
Laminitis
Arthritis
Intermittent lameness
Massage therapies and Equine Pilates are commonly used as an integral part of a management plan to manage a number of conditions. Please contact me if you have any specific questions about your horse.