Back in the Saddle Equine Massage & Therapies

12/24/2022

We want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

11/24/2022

Hoping everyone has a wonderful holiday!

11/11/2022

07/03/2022

Home of the free because of the brave! Happy independence day!

05/30/2022

This Memorial Day we honor the fallen

03/10/2022

Just as you feel better after a massage, so does your horse! Please let me know when I can come help your horse feel their best!

02/22/2022

Equine Massage Relieves Stress

Massage is known to be a stress reliever for both horses and humans alike. When your horse is stressed, it will naturally carry tension in its muscles.

A massage will help to release this tension and encourage your horse to relax. By changing the physical state of your horse, you can affect their mental state as well.

You can visibly see the massage release tension in your horse as they will chew, stretch, get sleepy, and even fart.

Equine massage releases endorphins in your horse that act as a painkiller. This will help your horse to relax and enjoy the massage. If your horse was recently moved to a new location or they seem stressed, they may greatly benefit from an equine massage.

02/21/2022

Equine Massage Builds Muscle
Believe it or not, but equine massage is considered an anaerobic exercise for your horse. The massage works their muscles just as a short but hard workout would. It can be compared to a quick gallop in the pasture or a speedy jumping round.

Equine massage can help your horse to build and maintain muscle. If you have an older horse or one lacking muscle, massage is a great way to help them safely build the fundamental muscles they need.

If your horse was injured and requires stall rest, a massage can maintain their muscle mass and also help them burn some energy.

02/20/2022

Equine Massage Increases Flexibility

Another benefit of equine massage therapy is that a horse’s natural response is to stretch. In addition to the natural stretching that occurs, most equine massage therapists will delegate time after each massage to stretch the muscles that have just been worked.

Equine massage helps release tension not only in the muscles of the horse but the ligaments and tendons as well. As these parts of the horse start to relax, they will become more flexible.

High-level performance horses tend to become injured due to strenuous exercise. Their muscles aren’t given much time to relax. An equine massage, along with a day off, can help release the tension in those muscles and equip the horse to be able to deal with their training routine.

02/19/2022

There are many benefits to massage for your horse.

One is improving their CIRCULATION:

Just like humans, horses have fluids, toxins, and nutrients traveling through their bodies. When a horse has poor circulation, toxins won’t be able to flow out of their muscles and the proper nutrients and blood flow won’t be able to get into them.

When a muscle is massaged or worked, the pressure from the massage encourages circulation throughout the muscle, letting the bad things out and the good things in.

02/07/2022

Many people enjoy treating themselves to a relaxing massage. So, why not reward your horse with one! It’s more than just a ‘feel good thing’ though. In fact, massages are extremely beneficial to athletes and their muscles (horses included).

Have you noticed your horse struggling to bend? How about general stiffness or hollowing out their back? There’s a long list of problems associated with stiff and sore muscles that could use a massage or adjustment.

Reasons for Massage Therapy
Improve circulation
Prevention of injury
Better range of motion
Relaxation
Reduce stress and anxiety
Pain relief
Improve sleep
Increase flexibility
Improve muscle tone
Support the immune system
Trust-building
Treatment for certain injuries

01/30/2022

Taking on new clients! Contact me to see how I can help your horse!