Some people may still be wondering whether massage therapy can really make a difference for their equine companion.
Let’s look at the facts. Simply put, horses are similar to humans in that, internally, they are made up of a bony structure called a skeleton, which is held together by muscles, tendons and ligaments. Like humans, horses also have joints that are responsible for their movement, such as walking, trotting, running, jumping and bending their head. And, like humans, horses can suffer from sore, aching muscles after exercising or at any other time. If this muscle tension persists, “knots” begin to form, resulting in persistent and/or increasing pain. Now, ask yourself the following question:
Based on your own experience, or the experiences of other people you know, what happens when you wait too long to treat your muscle tension and the pain worsens?
- Would you agree that even before knots start to develop, when the pain or discomfort is caused solely by the muscle tension, your body tries to protect itself by compensating, thereby creating other problems?
- Would you agree that this discomfort or pain can affect your concentration?
- And, would you agree that it has an impact on your physical well-being?
Now imagine, in addition to this pain, having to support the weight of a saddle and a rider on your back!
Nowadays, massage therapy is growing in popularity among humans, as we appreciate the benefits it brings to our personal and professional lives.
Well, the same holds true for your equine companion. Therapeutic equine massage can be extremely beneficial. You are likely to see an improvement in your horse’s overall disposition and in its ability to focus on your commands. You will also notice increased cooperation from your horse, not to mention a marked improvement in its performance level.
Consider the advantages of massage therapy for your equine companion – depending on the animal’s condition, you may be surprised by the results!
We hope we have successfully highlighted the benefits of massage therapy for your equine companion, and we hope you will always keep the following in mind:
“A horse that is physically happy will also be psychologically happy. This winning combination will go a long way in optimizing your horse’s performance.” |
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