Brooke Drassal Equine Bodywork LLC

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Brooke Drassal Equine Bodywork LLC

Brooke | Equine Sports Massage Therapist & Certified Vet Tech. Helping horses feel and perform better with FES and massage therapy. Outside of these areas?

Offering at-home services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Get my new massage gun course for horse owners., My clients (and their owners) are an extension of my family. I offer in-home services throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. No problem - let's talk.

651-247-4015 or bdrassal@msn.com

Equine Massage & Rehabilitation Services:

- Equine Sports Massage and Body Work
- Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES),
Muscle-Stim
- Equine Physical Therapy

My Training & Certification:

2010 - Certified Veterinary Technician, Argosy University, Minnesota

2010 - Certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist, Animal Dynamics, Florida

2012 - Certified Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner, University of Tennessee

2012 - Bachelor's of Science, Entrepreneurship, Rasmussen College, Minnesota

"My horse was really stiff and had no flexibility in her hind end. As someone who barrel races, I needed a solution fast. Brooke's connection with my horses was something I had never witnessed before. Within minutes, she clearly laid out a plan that met my goals and made me feel comfortable. We determined that massage, coupled with FES, would get us moving in the right direction. My horse was already showing progress after one session, and I couldn't be happier. I highly recommend Brooke."

- Noah Falconer, NF Performance Horses, Hinckley, Minnesota

06/13/2025

𝑺𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒔, 𝒂 𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒍𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒊𝒕 𝒂𝒍𝒍.

Brooke was recently featured in a spotlight interview where she shared about a wild COVID road trip, the pivot that shaped her path, and why horses have always been the heart of it all.

🧡 “𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙢𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙚 𝙄 𝙖𝙢 𝙚𝙭𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙄’𝙢 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚.”

Check out the full interview here!
🔗 https://canvasrebel.com/meet-brooke-drassal-creighton/

05/28/2025

Here's your sign to try FES!

This horse owner had been treating her mare to regular massage sessions, but after just the initial series of FES, she noticed HUGE improvements. Her horse felt more elastic, powerful, and overall more engaged—ready to take on the world! 💪

If you're curious about FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation), it's a gentle way to activate muscles deeply, helping with rehab, performance, and overall well-being. Think of it as a targeted workout that bypasses joint stress—perfect for horses recovering from injury or those just needing that extra edge.

Curious? Let’s chat and see how FES can help your horse feel & perform their best!

05/17/2025

Turn your post-ride treat session into a flexibility-boosting game!

These simple rounding exercises help your horse stay supple through the neck and back—leading to better movement, a happier ride, and extra support between bodywork or chiro visits.

✅ Start with them standing fairly square
✅ Use bait (aka snacks) to guide the stretch
✅ Hold it for a few seconds
✅ Repeat 3–5 times each side

Do these after work while they’re warm for max benefit. Slow and steady—don’t rush the reach!

05/15/2025

Stretching is one of the easiest (and underrated) ways to help your horse stay flexible, balanced, and moving their best.

These 3 lateral neck stretches target soft tissue tightness along the poll, neck, and ribcage.

Check this video out for key tips and pointers & save it for the next time you're at the barn!

04/28/2025

Trust your timing, trust your process—your path is unfolding exactly as it should!

04/23/2025

You’ve done all the right things—massage, chiropractic, routine vet work. But those same pesky issues keep popping up under saddle.

Familiar story? It might be time to dig deeper.

Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) helps activate muscles from the inside out (up to 8" below the surface!)—restoring normal movement, reducing pain, and supporting your horse’s recovery, comfort & enhancing their performance.

Swipe through to learn how it works and why FES might be the solution for your horse!

04/21/2025

What in your life feels like “too much” right now?
Maybe it’s just fertilizer.
Let it feed your next bloom. 💚

04/14/2025

Think about trotting poles—you don’t just charge through at full speed willy-nilly and expect things to magically work out, right? You slow down, find a steady rhythm, balance, and approach them with intention.

Working towards our goals is exactly the same. It’s easy to feel like you’re behind if you’re not running at full speed—but it’s about finding your pace, staying balanced, and moving forward with purpose.

Take a breath. Set your pace. Tackle this week with intention. You've got this.

P.S. If your horse needs help finding balance, Brooke’s schedule for bodywork appointments fills quickly—reach out and let's get your horse feeling their best!
📲 Text (612) 201-9623

03/27/2025

We’ve all heard “No Hoof = No Horse,” but do we really give that statement the attention it deserves? 
Imagine building your dream home on a crooked foundation—no matter how carefully you design it, cracks will start appearing, doors won’t close properly, and the entire structure will suffer. 
The same goes for your horse! Their hooves are their foundation, and when that foundation is off, everything above it—muscles, joints, and even nerves—feels the strain. Even small imbalances can lead to big issues over time, affecting your horse’s comfort, mobility, and performance. 
Take a look at your horse’s hooves next time you see them. Notice any uneven wear, posture changes, or discomfort? Catching these subtle signs early can prevent major issues down the road.  Want more proof that hoof balance matters? A study involving 12 horses with negative plantar angles showed that correcting hoof-pastern alignment through targeted trimming and shoeing significantly improved their posture. This means addressing hind hoof imbalances doesn’t just help their feet—it can positively influence their whole body, improving comfort, performance, and overall musculoskeletal health. (Drop a comment and I’ll DM you the link!)

03/14/2025

When a horse is holding tension, their posture tells the story. These two photos were taken just 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁.

Notice the change? That’s the power of a good massage. By releasing tight muscles and improving circulation, bodywork can restore balance and help them 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗹𝘆, 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹. If your horse is parking out or showing lumbar tension, they might be asking for some relief.

Want to learn how to massage your horse? Subscribe to 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿, and I’ll send you a 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲’𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸, 𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗸—so you can get hands on & start helping them feel better!

🔗 https://drassalequinebodywork.com/newsletter/

03/12/2025

Feeling like your horse isn’t moving the way they should? Is there a lingering stiffness under saddle that's leaving you both a bit frustrated? Is the dream of a strong and supple topline still just out of reach?

Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) might be the missing piece.

Imagine this: Your horse's topline is filling out at an impressive rate. The warm-up time before each ride is halved. You can actually feel your horse's lifting his back beneath you during a ride. Your horse is stretching their head down freely under saddle. These are the real-life experiences of horse owners who have tried FES therapy for their horses.

If your goal is a horse that moves better, feels better, and performs better, FES could be your answer. Want to learn more about how FES therapy can boost your horse's comfort and movement? Follow the link in my bio to my website or text (612) 201-9623 to get on the schedule!!

02/25/2025

Help Improve Your Horse’s Front Limb & Shoulder Mobility 🐴✨

Does your horse struggle with front limb imbalances, toe in or out, or just feel heavy in the forehand during work? These issues often lead to compensatory tension and restrictions in the shoulder and thoracic sling muscles.

But let's not forget, tension in one area may indicate an imbalance in another, such as a weak hind end or saddle fit issues causing compensation patterns as well. While addressing the root causes of compensation is crucial, stretching the shoulders and thoracic sling can improve range of motion and alleviate tension!

Plus, with the seasons changing—ice to mud and unpredictable footing—keep in mind many horses are slipping, sliding, and even doing accidental ‘splits’ out in the pasture. These sudden movements can leave them feeling stiff and sore, especially through the shoulders and pectorals.

By guiding the leg forward, back, and outward, you can encourage relaxation and mobility in key muscle groups.

A few things to remember:
✅ Move slowly & gently—never force it!
✅ Stretch both sides for balance.
✅ Add these to your warm-up & cool-down routine!

Swipe through to learn the steps ➡️

And hey, if you give these a whirl with your horse, I’d love to hear how it went!

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PO BOX 355
Long Lake, MN
55356

Website

https://linktr.ee/drassalequinebodywork

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