About Equine Massage and Bodywork.
Equine massage and bodywork is a form of therapy that involves the manipulation of soft tissues in horses to promote relaxation, improve circulation, and alleviate pain and tension. It can be used to enhance performance, prevent injury, and aid in the recovery process. The techniques used in equine massage and bodywork vary depending on the specific needs of the horse and can include the relaxation of the nervous system, stretching, and trigger point therapy.
About MASTERSON METHOD
Areas of Impact:
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Autonomic Nervous System:
Masterson Method practitioners use levels of pressure that bypass the horse’s natural flight or fliight (sympathetic) response, allowing the natural regenerative (parasympathetic) part of the horse’s nervous system to release deeper core and postural muscle tension.
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Muscles & Joints:
Work creates tension in the gymnastic muscles of the horse thereby limiting range of motion and inhibiting performance. Masterson Method® techniques move key junctions of the body through ranges of motion in a relaxed state, releasing tension in the muscles and connective tissue that operate those junctions.
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Fascia:
Gentle movement and manipulation of this highly innervated and interconnected system of connective tissue allow the horse’s musculoskeletal system to relax and realign itself naturally.
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Energy:
Masterson Method® practitioners are taught to recognize subtle changes in the horse’s body language that allow them to adjust to levels of pressure that bring down the horse’s energy state. This interaction works with the horse’s energy rather than against it and allows the horse to release even deeper levels of tension
FOR EVERYBODY.
Massage and Bodywork sessions are for every horses, ponies and other equine friends!
Enhanced flexibility
and range of motion.
Regular bodywork improves the horse's flexibility, contributing to a smoother gait and better performance.
Pain management.
Horses unable to verbally communicate their discomfort can benefit from regular bodywork that can help identify and soothe the area of pain.
Stress reduction.
A stress horse is an unhappy and tense horse. Bodywork can alleviate this tension, promoting a state of relaxation and enabling better focus.
Skeletal Alignment.
Massage and Bodywork ensure that misalignments due to demanding activities, doesn't impact their gait and overall mobility by addressed early on.
Hoof health.
Specialized bodywork techniques for hooves can prevent lameness and ensure overall hoof health, maintaining horse balance and gait integrity.
Benefits of massage for your horse.
Massage therapy and bodywork can provide numerous benefits for horses. It can help to improve circulation, reduce muscle tension, and promote relaxation. Additionally, massage can aid in the prevention of injuries and assist in the healing process of existing injuries. Overall, regular massage sessions can contribute to the overall well-being and performance of horses.