What are the benefits of massage?
About Kate
Kate has always had a passion for horses, having worked and trained at various yards before following a path into massage therapy. She understands each horse is an individual and treats them as such, making sure to build a good relationship during their treatment.
She achieved her qualification in Equine Sports Massage with The College of Animal Physiotherapy in 2019 and is fully insured for massage as well as clipping and freelance groom work. She also holds up Stage 3 BHS Horse care.
Veterinary Consent is required before any massage treatment can take place and they will advise if they believe there is a condition present which may affect the treatment. There may also be instances they recommend massage such as aiding recovery from injury after the acute stage.
Massage Contraindications
The welfare of the horse is always paramount and although massage is a safe from of therapy there are some instances it would be contraindicated. Please let me know if you should need to rearrange a visit due to one of these reasons.
A massage treatment should not go ahead if;
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There is acute inflammation present
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There is any infection or raised temperature
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The horse is dehydrated
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The horse is fatigued
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There is skin irritation or bacterial/fungal infection present
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Open wounds present
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The horse is lame
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The horse is in foal
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Immediately after injury where there is haemorrhage
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Horse has colic or azoturia
Any horse can benefit from massage and besides being a lovely treat from your equine friend it also comes with a range of health benefits, including;
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Loosens tight muscles and relieves cramps
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Stimulates circulation
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Increases lymphatic drainage
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Improves muscle tone
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Calms the nervous system
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Loosens joints and improves range of motion
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Speeds up healing from illness
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Promotes relaxation and well-being
