Equine Massage: A Practical Guide (Howell Equestrian Library

by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt LMT

A long-awaited update of the classic equine massage reference



Fully revised and updated, this new edition provides step-by-step instructions and more than 180 photographs and diagrams to help riders and professionals alike master equine massage techniques. This authoritative guide provides detailed information about massage movements, pressures, rhythms, and sequences. It includes:
* An introduction to equine anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology
* Practical information on stretching and hydrotherapy
* Four new chapters covering equine myofascial massage, Equine TMJ (temporomandibular joint) Dysfunction Syndrome, Equine Muscular Compensation Phenomenon, and saddle fitting
* A conformation check-up routine
* Information about areas of stress specific to each discipline and different massage techniques and routines for different situations
* A handy comb-bound format that lays flat for convenient use in the stable


Equine massage enhances the performance and quality of life of horses by increasing flexibility, reducing stiffness, improving attitude, and shortening recovery time from injury. In addition to its many health benefits, equine massage strengthens the bond between the horse and his owner, trainer, or groom. Using these techniques, you'll learn to "see" with your hands and sense areas that need special attention. Equine Massage, Second Edition is truly a hands-on guide to proven massage techniques that improve a horse's well-being.

Genres: Horses, Nonfiction, Animals

354 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 5, 1997

Reviews

[Kathrynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an excellent resource book for equine anatomy and physiology. We used it for its hydrotherapy methods, but it includes:

Basic massage and stretching
Hydrotherapy
Kinesiology
Body parts and Stress points
Areas of stress specific to each discipline

[Pete · Rating 4 out of 5]

My horse liked that I read this book too.
Great book

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book as a complement to my equissage program. I enjoyed the kinesiology section.

[Jess (Jessie’s World of Books)]

I’ve finally finished it! I already know I need to re-read it more carefully and take notes/annotate but at least I got a nice overview.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic guide to not only massage but everything to do with your horse's muscular structure. It covers massage techniques, different types of massage, muscle structure, kinesiology, saddle fitting, deformities and their impact, injuries and treatments, and even breed/discipline impacts on musculature. It's the most comprehensive and easy to understand book on massage that I have ever read. I have to have this one in my collection! Five out of five stars!

[Evelyn Palmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very informational and helpful. I enjoyed reading this and learned a lot.

[Sydne · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very in depth guide on horse massage that covers all areas and will leave you with extensive knowledge on the subject. Having started it a few years back, and now completing it after having become an equine professional myself, I can appreciate even more the wealth of information in this book.