Bodywork for the equine athlete and partner
"A great horse will change your life. The truly special ones define it..." - Author Unknown
Horses are asked to do a lot for us. Think about the racehorse, barrel racer, reiner, show jumper, cutting horse, rope horse, dressage horse, endurance horse and even the trusted trail partner. All of those sports require some form of quick repetitive or long term strenuous motion on the horses musculature over time.
There are many different equine bodywork modalities that can be used to promote both skeletal and musculature function in the horse. Techniques can be used to help relax tense muscles, break down adhesions, reduce swelling, improve craniosacral rhythm and increase overall circulation. Equine bodywork can be used for recover as well as maintenance.
Minnie Sagar, has been an equestrian for 40 years. She has ridden, owned and cared for a variety of different horses throughout that time. Through that experience she has learned that bodywork can play an important role in keeping a horse healthy, happy, and sound. She uses a variety of techniques that can help your equine partner and you achieve your goals.
Chris Burton Equitana Melbourne 2018
Bodywork Sessions
What to expect
Each session includes:
- Evaluation used to identify any existing areas of muscle stress and joint restrictions
- Massage therapy session to meet individual needs based on the initial evaluation
- Evaluation of the craniosacral rhythm and use of techniques to improve the rhythm
- Stretching exercises
- Recommendations and referrals as needed
How to prepare your horse for a session
Here are few easy steps to help you and your horse get the most out of the session:
- Groom your horse prior to a session
- Try not to schedule a session around feeding time
- Massage is best performed in an area that limits distractions
- After the session the horse should be allowed to have the rest of the day off