Equinessence

02/14/2026

The best version of yourself isn’t limited to a destination. Being the best version of yourself means that you wake up each morning with intention, with mindfulness, and with making positive choices to continue your growth.

What are you doing this year to be the best version of yourself?

02/03/2026

𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐃𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐭𝐚 & 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰

Recent federal court news regarding an FDA case in Minnesota has brought some critical industry issues to light. As a business owner, certified instructor, and authorized dealer, I’ve always operated on a "compliance-first" basis. This case revolved around altered devices, safety concerns, and fraudulent medical claims, and proves exactly why that matters. If anyone tells you that compliance is “optional”, they are wrong. The consequences of that lie are damaging to our industry, our practitioners, and our patients.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐦𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

𝟏. 𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥: You do not open the instruments. You do not change batteries yourself. You do not modify internal components. The moment you tamper with an Electro-Acuscope or Electro-Myopulse, it is no longer an FDA-cleared device. You are now using an unapproved therapeutic instrument, and 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟎𝟎% 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲. — 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘣𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴, 𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘯𝘵.

𝟐. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐃𝐀 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦. This includes the device, the leads/cords, the electrodes and accessories, and the approved conductive solutions. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐞𝐥) 𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 "𝐅𝐃𝐀-𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭." You have moved into the realm of unauthorized applications. These aspects have ALWAYS been in place since the first FDA approval in 1983, and have remained relevant with every generation of technology (this includes all instruments models of the Acuscope, Myopulse, and Equiscope as it’s a model within this therapy system.)

𝟑. 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: We provide a 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐘. We do not and cannot "treat" internal pathologies or systemic diseases. Providing training or guidance to others to do so, or making false claims to appease a social media base or a client’s trust isn’t just unethical, it is a 𝐟𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

𝟒. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡: Some believe FDA guidelines don't apply to equine or canine work. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐀𝐋𝐒𝐄. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐃𝐀 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘋𝘈 𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴.

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲
These guidelines aren't just my professional opinion — 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐬. I choose to be 100% transparent with my students and customers because your career and your patients' safety are of the utmost importance, and should be that way with anyone who you work with. Misinformation in this industry is rampant. 𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 '𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝’ 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐲𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐝𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝/𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐚𝐰. No instructor or distributor has the authority to bypass your state’s medical board. If you don't hold the proper medical license, credentials, or meet the legal requirements of your state then you are operating outside of the law, 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝. This is not solely about the level of efficacy with these instruments, but rather about safety standards and the level of professionalism that is needed in our industry from a legal perspective.

— 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐃𝐀’𝐬 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭. For those looking to enter this industry, we take pride in mentoring you through these important details, ensuring you have a solid foundation to start your journey the right way.

𝐀 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬
Because of my position in the industry, I was subpoenaed as a witness in this case. While a subpoena can sound intense, it was actually a powerful validation of my practice. I was able to assist federal special agents and investigators without question because my records, my business conduct, and my equipment are 100% compliant.

I also took that opportunity to consult with the FDA agents to ensure my training protocols and practices within our 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 (𝐀𝐓𝐒) program, and my 𝐏.𝐑.𝐎.𝟏𝟏® 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 (my professional sports division through 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬) are compliant. My commitment to doing things the right way and remaining compliant was recognized and reaffirmed. It is my responsibility to every student, customer, client, and patient that I uphold the level of professionalism and compliance that is required of me in this position.

𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝
I am sharing this for educational purposes, and as a long overdue wake-up call. Whether you have unknowingly crossed the line by trusting misguided advice, or you’ve been tempted by the 'shortcuts' of unapproved accessories and false claims, 𝐈 𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫. Don't wait for a legal issue to arise.

If you are concerned about your equipment’s calibration or the guidance you’ve received, we are, and always have been, here to help — without judgment. We have helped numerous practitioners by:

• Verifying serial numbers with the manufacturer.

• Ensuring instruments are properly calibrated and functioning (not altered).

• Providing training to help you work safely within your proper scope of practice.

Ultimately, if anyone truly has the best interests of the animals at heart, our first priority must be their safety. Professionalism is more than just skill, it is the integrity to remain compliant with the standards that protect our industry and those we care for. We can collectively do right by this technology, our clients, and our professional future within this industry. 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭.

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02/03/2026

Thank you to Chase and Kara Dougherty for hosting my latest ATS Equine Acuscope/Myopulse Course in Decatur!

As a 2x NFR Qualifier and PBR standout, Chase knows exactly what it takes to keep elite athletes performing at their peak. Together with Kara, they’ve funneled that world-class experience into Dougherty Acuscope, creating a powerhouse team dedicated to equine and bovine performance and recovery.

It was an honor to be their instructor and see their passion firsthand. Stay tuned for some great content coming your way so you can get to know this duo even better! I’m incredibly proud to support their work and the impact they’re making in the industry.

01/30/2026

We braved the 28 degree weather in Decatur for the last day of class. After 100+ hours of training the journey is just beginning for our students. The new generation of ATS Certified Equine Acuscope/Myopulse Therapists have entered the chat!

At Equinessence®, always with the support and backing of Animal Therapy Systems (ATS), we go above and beyond because your success is our success. We don’t just hand out certificates; we build professionals and specialists.

What sets the ATS Certification Courses apart?
• 100+ Hours of intensive, hands-on in person training.
• The Exam Process: A written and oral exam completed within 2 months of completion of your course.
• Total Support: For students coming through my courses, I provide online reviews and guidance throughout the exam process, and long after you’re certified.
• Lifetime Access: Once you’re a student of mine, you’re always welcome back as long as you remain in good standing and working within your proper scope of practice. Return to any future course for FREE to refresh your skills, engage and receive support in our private social media and website pages, continue your education through online and in person options, and have the opportunity for consultations for rare or difficult cases or even building your brand.

I continue my education annually in order to better help my students, and I always encourage them to do the same. This is how we collectively make a difference in our industry.

01/27/2026

Success isn’t accidental — it’s intentional. 🎯

Precision is everything when utilizing the Acuscope and Myopulse Therapy System. While the animal calibrated instruments are designed with the most advanced microcurrent technology on the market, the results are only as powerful as the practitioner behind them.

That’s why choosing who you train with matters.

Through the ATS courses with Equinessence®, I move my students beyond basic operation to master the art of critical thinking. We don’t just “run protocols” — we bridge the gap between technology and results by focusing on:

• The Science: Understanding the “why” behind every aspect of advanced care.

• The Detail: Tailoring individualized treatment programs for large and small animal patients.

• The Outcome: Achieving the true, long-term benefits that set professional practitioners apart as they become ATS Certified Therapists.

Investing in sophisticated technology requires an equal investment in proper education. That’s the Equinessence® difference as we strive to reach a higher level of success to make a positve impact in our industry.

01/15/2026

What are your 2026 goals?

I always set my goals at the end of the prior year. I write them down where I can see them every day, and I organize each stepping stone that I need to meet to accomplish each goal that I have set. It helps me stay focused, and remain in a positive mindset throughout the year with each step that I take.

01/13/2026

Part 2 with Dr. Chelsea from Peach Creek Chiropractic in Utah!

When it comes to animal chiropractic care, the legal standard is a provider who is both a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) or a DVM, and AVCA or IVCA Certified. Beyond expertise, there is the critical matter of legal and ethical standards. Here’s why that matters:

• The Legal Requirement: It is the legal requirement in the United States (and most regions) for animal chiropractic care to be performed only by a licensed DC or DVM who has completed an accredited program like the AVCA or IVCA. Choosing a certified professional ensures you are receiving legitimate, regulated healthcare.

• Specific Anatomy Knowledge: Animals have different anatomy and physiology. AVCA/IVCA certification ensures the practitioner understands the unique biomechanics and neurology of different species.

• Safety & Liability: A licensed and certified professional carries the proper insurance and follows strict safety protocols, protecting both the animal and the owner. This is a part of working within their proper scope of practice.

• Collaborative Care: Chiropractors follow the legal necessity of working alongside your primary veterinarian, ensuring a seamless, holistic, and professional treatment plan.

If you want to ensure someone is properly trained, licensed, and working within their proper scope of practice, here are some websites to verify someone before they work on your animals:

AVCA — www.animalchiroractic.org
IVCA — www.ivca.de
State Veterinary Medical Boards can be contacted in each state as well.

01/12/2026

Meet Dr. Chelsea Jones Boman with Peach Creek Chiropractic in Utah! This is Part 1 of 3 to learn great information for the animal industry from a Licensed Chiropractor.

It was a pleasure working with Dr. Chelsea. She is knowledgeable, professional, talented, kind, and truly cares about her human and animal patients.

Stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3!

01/10/2026

The spring 2026 Optimizing Equine Performance & Recovery Level 1 Online Course begins February 3rd! For more information please visit The OEPR Program page on the Equinessence® website. Registration link can be found in our stories and online. The deadline to register is January 23rd. Late registrations are not accepted.

01/09/2026

POV: When someone tries to sell my students “DIY accessories” during class, and they paid attention during the safety and efficacy lecture for FDA-approved instruments and compliance.

Using homemade accessories with FDA-approved Acuscope and Myopulse instruments isn’t a “hack”, it’s a safety violation.

Unregulated electrodes, accessories, and solutions can cause:
• Burns: Improper impedance and distribution of current leads to dangerous interfacing at the skin-electrode site.
• Current Density Spikes: known as “electrical stinging” that cause tissue damage instead of healing.
• Voided Efficacy: You can’t provide microcurrent and biofeedback precision with unvalidated and unapproved accessories and solutions. They’re not approved for a reason.

I teach based off of science through the ATS Program, and will never risk safety for the animals, or liability for my students.

01/05/2026

Unlock Your Educational Opportunity through the OEPR Level 1 Online Course!

We are excited to announce that the registration for the Optimizing Equine Performance and Recovery Level 1 Online course is now open!

We have a new format and additions to this course to help everyone benefit from this program. This course is now offered once per year, every spring.

In the world of high-level equine performance, the difference between optimal performance and true long term success often lies in the details of proper preparation and recovery. Whether you are a licensed professional, competitive rider, a professional trainer, or a dedicated owner, understanding the delicate balance between physical exertion and physiological restoration is the key to both longevity and success.

In this foundational course, we dive deep into:
* Foundational Anatomy & Biomechanics: Understanding the equine body, its requirements, and movement patterns that drive power.
* Recovery Protocols: Evidence-based strategies to reduce inflammation and prevent injury.
* Performance Optimization: Information to ensure your horse’s health and overall success.

Invest in your future and gain the confidence that comes with science-backed knowledge. Join a global community of forward-thinking equestrians with the OEPR Program.

🔗 Enroll now on the Equinessence® website (registration link can also be found in our stories).

10/02/2025

The first half of the 2026 schedule is set! My classes typically fill quickly, and we already have people registered for the spring courses. More information on the ATS Acuscope/Myopulse Courses and The OEPR Program can be found on www.equinessence.com or by contacting us.