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Horse massage

Why bodywork?

Bodywork has seen a dramatic rise in popularity, so why are so many horse owners opting to get their beloved equines seen by a bodyworker? The answer is simple, the benefits they see in their horse are undeniable. From improving willingness to work, to better results in the performance ring, bodywork will help keep your horse at their best so you can continue to do what you love with them.

Horse massage

What is Bodywork?

Bodywork has become a catch all term for multiple therapies. In the broadest sense, it refers to any therapeutic technique that is used to improve the body's function.

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At Triskele Equine Therapies, I employ several different soft tissue and neuro manipulation techniques to release tension, break up adhesions and improve the overall health of your horse.

Benefits of Bodywork

So, what are the benefits of bodywork? The list is extensive, but the ones I see most often in my clients' horses are:

  • Improved flexibility

  • Relief from body pain

  • Increased range of motion

  • Improve circulation and reduction of inflammation

  • Improved performance and willingness under saddle

  • Gentle realignment of malaligned structures

  • Improved coordination

  • More relaxed disposition

Regular bodywork can also:

  • Reduce healing time

  • Reduce instances of injury

  • Improve recovery after a traumatic event such as tying up

  • Support horses with conformation defects

Horse trigger point therapy
Horse myofascial release

Signs your horse might need Bodywork

Some common signs that your horse might be in pain, have restrictions or otherwise need bodywork are:

  • Loss of Performance.

  • Relucance to work / difficult to catch.

  • Rushing under saddle.

  • Change in attitude.

  • Short striding / lameness.

  • Rearing, bucking, napping under saddle.

  • Pinning ears, biting, kicking while being handled or ridden, particularly during tacking up.

  • Unable to bend to one or both sides.

  • Difficulty standing / lifting legs for the farrier.

Before and After

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