Massage for horses.

As mentioned on The History of Massage page, massage and touch have been used by horses from the beginning of their existence; for example, licking and rubbing a newborn foal to clean, stimulate and aid the breathing process or during grooming sessions between herd companions. Equine massage therapy on horses is merely an extension of this natural instinct and in most cases is enjoyed by the horses on which it is performed, unless they are in pain or are particularly sensitive, which is understandable.

BENEFITS OF EQUINE MASSAGE & BODYWORK:

  • Help prevent injury - tight muscles put tendons at risk

  • Help identify small “niggles” before they become serious problems

  • Relax muscle spasms before they develop into more serious trigger or stress points

  • Speed up recovery after injury by stimulating the circulatory system - brilliant for horses on box rest!

  • Improve and maintain muscle tone and flexibility including core conditioning

  • Improve and maintain joint mobility

  • Increase range of motion to enhance competition performance and improve rider comfort

  • Aid in the removal of toxic waste products such as lactic acid

  • Improve lymphatic flow (a major factor of the immune system)

  • Increase heart function and stamina (yes, really!)

  • Calm a tense horse or revive a lazy horse

  • Stimulate sebaceous gland function for a glossy coat

  • Improve skin condition

  • Because your horse will love you for it!

“Horses do speak to us, all we have to do is listen”.

Professional athletes wouldn’t dream of competing without a dedicated team of therapists to maintain peak condition and speed up recovery. Our horses deserve the exact same care. The physical demands placed on the modern horse are significant, and almost any horse or pony can benefit from professional equine massage and bodywork. While the therapy directly targets muscles, soft tissue, skin and joints, it also stimulates the circulatory, lymphatic, and nervous systems, boosting overall well-being. This makes it just as valuable for horses on box rest or in retirement as it is for active athletes.

Horses may not speak our language, but they constantly communicate through their body language, behavior, and temperament. As owners and riders, our job is to intuitively listen. Subtle changes in behavior are often their only way of telling us they are in pain or discomfort, and massage and bodywork by a professional equine therapist is a powerful way to answer that call.

Get in touch.

hannah@equine-therapy.co.uk
07815 60243

Based in Coalville, Leicestershire.
Offering Equine massage throughout the the Midlands.