AMETT Alice McManus Equine Tactile Therapy

AMETT Alice McManus Equine Tactile Therapy Based in Bendigo, AMETT offers a therapeutic treatment from a qualified practitioner.

Massage releases endorphins which helps reduce pain and relax the body. Warning: May induce yawning.
06/12/2021

Massage releases endorphins which helps reduce pain and relax the body.
Warning: May induce yawning.

30/11/2021

When you find the right spot!

I absolutely love hearing from clients after I work with their horses, especially when its a comment like this 🥰
01/06/2021

I absolutely love hearing from clients after I work with their horses, especially when its a comment like this 🥰

Masseter MuscleOrigin: Zygomatic arch and maxillaInsertion: Lateral surface of the ramus of the mandibleFunctions of the...
31/05/2021

Masseter Muscle

Origin: Zygomatic arch and maxilla

Insertion: Lateral surface of the ramus of the mandible

Functions of the Masseter:
• The masseter is one of the four muscles responsible for the action of mastication (chewing)
• The Masseter closes the jaw by flexing the temporomandibular joint.
• Some consider the Masseter to be one of the most powerful muscles in the Equine Body

Symptoms of Masseter Pain:
• If the horse becomes or is in general head shy
• Horse struggles to chew
• Loss of weight
• Resistance on the bit

Causes of Masseter Pain:
• Direct trauma (pulling back whilst being hard tied)
• Teeth (teeth that are too long, uneven or broken – this may cause the horse to alter their chewing habits and put extra stress on the muscle)

TrapeziusOrigin: Nuchal ligament, supraspinatus ligament, C2-T10Insertion: Scapular spineFunction of the Trapezius:When...
24/05/2021

Trapezius

Origin: Nuchal ligament, supraspinatus ligament, C2-T10

Insertion: Scapular spine

Function of the Trapezius:
When the Trapezius contracts the scapula is retracted and rotated so that the glenohumeral joint (shoulder joint) moves up and forward (which happens with each step). The official action is elevation of the shoulder: draws scapula cranio-dorsally and caudo-dorsally.

Symptoms of Trapezius Pain:
• Reaction whilst being girthed
• Displaying sensitivity around withers
• Difficulty with changing leads or picking up leads
• Tightening of shoulders
• Poor coordination
• Loss of power in forelimbs
• Displaying soreness along top of neck

Causes of Trapezius Pain:
• Incorrect fitting saddles
• Rider Influence (a rider who is unbalanced and heavy in their seat or restraining with their reins)
• Sudden changes in direction (polo, cutting, reining, camp drafting, eventing and working horses)
• Concussion after landing a jump

Massaging with a view 😍
24/05/2021

Massaging with a view 😍

Serratus Ventralis CervicisThe Serratus Ventralis Cervicis also known as the Cervical Ventral Serrated is on both sides ...
17/05/2021

Serratus Ventralis Cervicis

The Serratus Ventralis Cervicis also known as the Cervical Ventral Serrated is on both sides of the horse’s neck and is both a superficial and deep muscle. The Serratus Ventralis is an extremely important to the equine body as it is the largest muscle holding up the chest between the forelimbs.

Origin: 3rd – 7th Cervical Vertebrae

Insertion: Serrated surface of scapula (surface against the ribs), medial scapula cartilage

Functions Serratus Ventralis Cervicis:
• Part of the “Thoracic Sling”
• Draws the upper portion of scapula forward and up
• Extends and laterally flexes the neck whilst limb is bearing weight

Symptoms of Serratus Ventralis Pain:
• Reduction of shoulder extension and flexion
• High head carriage and reluctance to lower head at rest
• Restriction in stride length

Causes of Serratus Ventralis Pain:
• Direct Trauma (Pulling back whilst tied)
• Conformation
• Compensation (adaptive movement patterns that cause the forelimb to shorten its stride will cause the muscle to under or overwork – depending which part of the stride cycle is affected)
• Chronic lameness (Long term lameness, naturally overworked muscles are more prone to injury)
• Incorrect fitting tack (Ill fitting saddles may restrict the scapula, thus hindering shoulder extension, this will cause the muscle to become underworked and prone to injury)
• Rider influence (a rider who is unbalanced or heavy in the saddle may restrict shoulder movement causing compensation)

Rhomboid MuscleThe Rhomboid is a deep muscle which has a cervical and thoracic part.Origin: Nuchal ligament, supraspinou...
10/05/2021

Rhomboid Muscle

The Rhomboid is a deep muscle which has a cervical and thoracic part.

Origin: Nuchal ligament, supraspinous ligament

Insertion: Scapula cartilage

Functions of Rhomboid:
• Elevation of neck
• Rising of scapula
• Drawing scapula forward

Symptoms of Rhomboid Pain:
• Reaction whilst being girthed
• Displaying soreness in withers
• Displaying soreness along top of neck
• Restricted stride
• Picking up or changing leads
• Loss of flexibility
• Poor coordination

Causes of Rhomboid Pain:
• Rider influence (a rider who is unbalanced and heavy in the seat)
• Poor saddle fit
• Racehorses leaving the starting gate
• Landing hard after a jump
• Gaited horses

When I first started massaging my hands, fingers, wrists, arms, shoulders, back and legs struggled to perform a regular ...
09/05/2021

When I first started massaging my hands, fingers, wrists, arms, shoulders, back and legs struggled to perform a regular relaxation massage.
Years later with developed strength, knowledge of how to use my body correctly and repetition I can now flow easily through multiple sports therapy treatments.
For the love of horses 💗

Brachiocephalicus MuscleThe Brachiocephalicus is a superficial muscle and located both sides of the neck. It has two co...
03/05/2021

Brachiocephalicus Muscle

The Brachiocephalicus is a superficial muscle and located both sides of the neck. It has two components – the Cleidobrachialis and Cleidomstoidius but is collectively referred to as the Brachiocephalicus.

Origin: Deltoid Tuberosity, Crest of Humerus

Insertion: Mastoid Process of Skull, 1st cervical vertebrae

Function of Brachiocephalicus:
• Protraction of the limb
• Extension of shoulder
• Lateral flexion
• Lowers neck

Symptoms of pain:
• Restriction of forelimb range of motion
• Reduced extension and flexion of shoulder
• Reduces flexion of the neck if working in a circle

Causes of Brachiocephalicus Pain:
• Direct trauma (pulling back whilst tied)
• Rider influence (heavy or restricting hands rider asymmetry)
• Compensation (adaptive movement patterns that cause the forelimb to shorten its stride will cause the muscle to under or overwork – depending which part of the stride cycle is affected.
• Chronic lameness (Long term lameness, naturally overworked muscles are more prone to injury)
• Incorrect fitting tack (Ill fitting saddles may restrict the scapula, thus hindering shoulder extension, this will cause the muscle to become underworked and prone to injury)

Image source https://www.alamy.com/horse-splenius-muscle-illustration-image273702686.html?fbclid=IwAR3tycnzkcdRcLHwIFNCmf3RTElF-GFxGrYon75bmnV-j2ERQuzggJ6zfPU

Introducing "Muscle Monday". I will be posting different muscles weekly explaining location, functions and dysfunction...
26/04/2021

Introducing "Muscle Monday". I will be posting different muscles weekly explaining location, functions and dysfunctions. Please enjoy 😊

Splenius Muscle

The Splenius is a superficial muscle and is located both sides of the neck.

Origin: 3rd-5th Thoracic Vertebrae, Nuchal Ligament,
Insertion: Nuchal Crest, Mastoid Process, 2nd-5th Cervical Vertebrae

Function of Splenius:
•Elevates the neck
•Extends the neck
•Lateral flexion of the neck
•Stabilises head and neck in motion

Symptoms of pain:
•Tilting of the head
•Sensitivity of the poll
•Head in lowered position whilst resting
•Reluctant to flex to the opposite side
•Constant lateral flexion to one side

Causes of Splenius Pain:
•Compensation
•Direct Trauma
•Discipline
•Rider Influence

I’m gage source - https://www.alamy.com/horse-splenius-muscle-illustration-image273702686.html

Those Zen feelings after a remedial massage treatment 🧘🏼‍♀️
20/04/2021

Those Zen feelings after a remedial massage treatment 🧘🏼‍♀️

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