Equine Bodywork and Movement Therapy
Your horse deserves the best care. With regular manualtherapy, and exercises tailored to your horse's needs, you can rest assured that your horse is in the best hands. At HORSI we offer premium, internationally recognised service, recognised by the IEBWA. Proudly partnering with WACKARO.
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Horses are athletes. They can have muscle knots, strains etc. just like us humans but they have a very limited ability to stretch themselves or ease their pain. It is the owner's responsibility to provide regular bodywork with a specialist. HORSI services are recognised by the IEBWA. Find out more about our tailored options below.
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How do I know if my horse needs massage?
All horses can benefit from regular maintenance bodywork. Massage is a powerful tool for unlocking your horse's full potential, rehabilitation and to increase longevity.
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Typical Signs Your Horse Needs Massage:
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Stumbling
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Difficulty coordinating legs
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Painface or tension above the eyes
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Gets agitated easily
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Stiff gait
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Favouring a side or difficulty bending in one direction
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Asymmetry
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Sensitivity in some areas of the body
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Tail held to one side, tucked under or lifted higher than usual​
​The benefits of massage:
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Increases range of motion (flexibility) and stride length
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Improves gait symmetry
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Decreases inflammation and reduces stiffness
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Improves circulation and enhances healing
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Improves balance and coordination
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Allows “correct” healing accelerate recovery and reduces the risk of future compensational injuries
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Decreases muscle tension and reduces scar tissues in muscle
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Boost energy and willingness to perform
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Releases emotional tension, promotes well-being and relaxation
It is a very powerful tool and and essential part of your horse's care routine. When performed regularly, it can prolong longevity of their carreer.
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Allow your horse to return to full function and reach out to HORSI. Our IEBWA approved therapist will give your horse personalized attention, massage and tailored holistic rehabilitational exercises.
Our Services:
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Therapeutic massage and rehabilitation plan (RH)
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Performance Horse Massage (PHM) targeting discipline-specific areas of tension
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Massage for Senior Horses (MSH)
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Massage for Mobility (MM)
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Massage for pregnant mares and postpartum care (PCM)
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All our options include full bodywork from nose to tail, are tailored for your horse's needs and come with personalised exercises for your horse included.
What can you expect?
Initial Intake
All new clients start with an initial intake, including a consultation about your goals and concerns with your horse, a full documentation, a static and dynamic analysis with video upon request. This process takes about 1 hour. Prior to treatment you will need to declare vet clearance and you will be informed about the benefits as well as the contraindications of massage.
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Recurring Treatments
During treatment, clients are taught massage techniques fit individual to the needs of their horse. They can ask questions and advice while observing the work of the equine therapist.
You will be advised to allow your horse some time off work for 1-2 day post treatment
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After Treatment
We generally recommend 1-2 days rest after treatment. Your horse should not be worked on the day after treatment, doing light-work with him the next day is fine. This may differ case-to-case, consult us on the day for tailored advice.
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Ongoing Coaching & Support
All clients receive therapeutic exercises tailored their horse's individual needs.
You will have the option to make a 30 mins long call within the 1-month window with no further charge.
If you feel you need further in-person sessions or remote consultations you can book these in advance at an additional cost. Time slots fill up quickly, so it is recommended that you book these in time.
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Discounts available for multiple horses or referrals after payment of referred person.
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Collaborations for veterinarians on client cases, scientific research projects, as well as presentations at events available.
