Equine Massage: A Practical Guide, 2nd Edition

by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt

• ISBN13: 9780470109694
• ISBN10: 0470109696
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2007-05-01
• Publisher: Howell Book House

Summary

A long-awaited update of the classic equine massage reference Fully revised and updated, this new edition provides step-by-step instructions and more than 180 photographs and diagrams to help riders and professionals alike master equine massage techniques. This authoritative guide provides detailed information about massage movements, pressures, rhythms, and sequences. It includes: * An introduction to equine anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology * Practical information on stretching and hydrotherapy * Four new chapters covering equine myofascial massage, Equine TMJ (temporomandibular joint) Dysfunction Syndrome, Equine Muscular Compensation Phenomenon, and saddle fitting * A conformation check-up routine * Information about areas of stress specific to each discipline and different massage techniques and routines for different situations * A handy comb-bound format that lays flat for convenient use in the stable Equine massage enhances the performance and quality of life of horses by increasing flexibility, reducing stiffness, improving attitude, and shortening recovery time from injury. In addition to its many health benefits, equine massage strengthens the bond between the horse and his owner, trainer, or groom. Using these techniques, you'll learn to "see" with your hands and sense areas that need special attention. Equine Massage, Second Edition is truly a hands-on guide to proven massage techniques that improve a horse's well-being.

Table of Contents

List of Figures

Preface

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Anatomy and Physiology of the Horse

The Horse and Massage Therapy

Principles and Concepts of Massage

Hydrotherapy

Massage Techniques

Massage Routines

Kinesiology of the Horse

Stretching

Conformation Check-up Routine

Body Parts and Their Stress Points

Equine Myofascial Massage

Equine Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome (ETDS)

Lines of Compensation

Saddle Fitting

Areas of Stress Specific to Each Discipline

Keeping Records

Index

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