Equine massage is the non-invasive systematic manipulation of the soft tissues of the

body to achieve specific goals, such as relaxation, stimulation plus the resolving of muscle

related problems for example stress points.

 

Merishia massage uses professional sports massage techniques such as effleurage,

petrissage, tapotment, trigger and stress points release and applies them to the horse's body to help relieve areas of tension.

 

Also involved in treatment is a range of passive and dynamic stretching to suit the individual horse's needs which will help range of motion, flexibility of joints etc.

 

Every horse is an individual and must be treated that way and no two massage treatments are the same. A good therapist will address the horse in front of them

and treat accordingly. When massage is applied with skill and knowledge of equine

anatomy and bio-mechanics, as I have as a fully qualified equine massage therapist, 

it can have a profound effect on the physical and psychological well being of the

horse.

 

Massage has become increasingly popular within the horse world as a more holistic

approach to training is being used by trainers and riders, and is playing an important

role in prevention, recovery from injury and forming an integral part of modern training

programmes.