From the moment the equine massage practitioner initiates touch, he/she is sending messages to the horses nervous system through the skin. The nervous system communicates using electrical signals, which travel throughout the body. The Golgi tendon apparatus can be used to chemically initiate an electrical message in order to address a muscle spasm. As well, this electrical communication system can be used to re-educate the muscles in efficient movement and the nerves to recognize correct posture.
Equine massage can also be used to cause the body to release endorphins, which aide in pain relief and a sense of well-being. This can also have a direct effect on the hypothalmus, which controls the ANS (autonomic nervous system). Pain, stress and emotional experiences are all known to affect hypothalmic activity, and hence the ANS. Therefore, if pain is reduced, the body is under less stress, and this can lead to positive chemical changes within the body.
As well as the numerous physiological benefits to the nervous system listed above, equine massage can also improve circulation, hair coat and muscle tone; improve recovery time from workouts; increase flexibility; aide in the recovery from injury; reduce the chance for future injury; support the immune system; and not to mention that it just down right feels good!
Jody Stasuk
Certified Advanced Equine Sports Myo-Massage and
Vertebral Realignment Therapist.
-advanced Massage techniques
-deep fascia and dura matter release
- assessment and treatment of soft tissue injuries -scar
tissue removal techniques -lymphatic drainage -kinesiology taping
- advanced equine anatomy
-hydrotherapy
-advanced assessment of the body
- over 50 stretches
-assessment of the spinal column and vertebral
realignment and joint play techniques
