EQUINE MASSAGE

I am certified in Equine Myo-Manipulative Functional Therapy (CEMFT). This includes several techniques such as swedish massage, myofascial release & gua she (this uses a stone tool to remove adhesions) as well as stretching (positional release) to reduce tension and increase range of motion.

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I am also certified in Equine Sports Massage Therapy (CESMT) - Equissage Texas. This certification includes a specific sequence using several techniques to increase blood flow into ischemic tissue, separate muscle fibers and reduce or eliminate adhesions and fibrosis.

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I have also taken CE classes in Trigger Point Therapy, Fascial Line testing & release. 

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Massage can be tailored for the performance or pleasure horse, including retired horses and those on layup or in rehab, and can be used a day or two before an event to prepare, post class for recovery and as a general maintenance program. Depending on your horse’s needs, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly sessions would be recommended.

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Some benefits of Equine Massage:

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• Relaxation & Stress Reduction

• Increased Flexibility of Soft Tissue

• Reduction of Edema

• Enhancement of Waste & Toxin Elimination

• Maintenance of Good Posture & Body Balance

• Prevention of Atrophy in Inactive Muscles

• Improvement in Athletic Performance

• Loosening & Softening of Scar Tissue

• Release of Endorphins (pain reduction)​

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Equine Massage can also be combined with the other modalities I offer such as PEMF, Kinesiology Taping or Phototonic Body Balance.

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Depending on your horse I can also incorporate the Hypervolt Massage Gun into your horse's session. This works great for deep tissue percussion, but isn't for every horse.

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