Physical Therapy and Massage for the Horse: Biomechanics-Excercise-Treatment, Second Edition

by Denoix; Jean-Marie

• ISBN13: 9781840761610
• ISBN10: 184076161X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Nonspecific Binding
• Copyright: 2001-03-13
• Publisher: CRC Press

Summary

An expanded and updated edition of this bestselling book. The authors, a world leader in equine anatomy and imaging, and a horse physiotherapist of international repute, provide a unique blend of basic biomechanics and practical physical therapeutic techniques, to relieve pain and improve performance, particularly in the sporting horse. The new edition has been restructured, there is a new chapter on mobilisation and stretching, along with 61 new illustrations. This subtle and original book is of interest to all those involved in equine welfare including veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, horse owners, riders and trainers.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. 4
Introduction	p. 5
Basic anatomy and physiology
Concepts of neuromuscular physiology	p. 7
Neurophysiology	p. 7
Development and adaptation of neurophysiological response	p. 14
Anatomy and basic biomechanical concepts	p. 19
Vertebral column	p. 19
Forelimb	p. 58
Hindlimb	p. 69
The equine athlete
General points concerning the young horse	p. 79
The horse in competition: athleticism and suffering	p. 79
Development and biomechanical adaptation of the joint in the young horse	p. 79
Paying attention to the condition of the ground	p. 80
Introducing frequent rest periods	p. 81
Mastery of locomotion	p. 81
Jumping	p. 81
Problems caused by riding school	p. 82
Communication and relaxation	p. 83
The horse's back: an emotional filter	p. 83
Engagement and relaxation	p. 84
Technical aspects of exercise	p. 87
Physiotherapeutic methods and techniques
The techniques of massage	p. 89
Mobilization and stretching	p. 101
Basics of functional anatomy and physiopathology	p. 101
Objectives of mobilization	p. 104
Benefits and limitations	p. 105
General aspects of technique	p. 106
Techniques for each anatomical area	p. 108
Treatment of lesions	p. 127
Application's to athletic performance	p. 130
Electrotherapy and ultrasound	p. 131
Treatment of commonly encountered lesions
Common lesions in joints, tendons and muscles	p. 139
Treatment of joints	p. 139
Treatment of tendons	p. 142
Treatment of muscles	p. 168
Treatment specific to the various anatomical areas of the body
Treatment by anatomical area	p. 175
Neck and poll	p. 175
The back	p. 180
Additional paravertebral pathologies in the trunk	p. 197
The shoulder	p. 200
Pelvis and thigh	p. 210
Preparing muscles for specific competition	p. 216
Harness racing	p. 216
Obstacle jumping	p. 216
Dressage	p. 216
References	p. 217
Index	p. 218
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