The term “bodywork” is used to describe a variety of modalities that use touching and manipulation of a human or animal’s body. I practice sports massage and myofascial release which I use together to create a personalized session for each horse.

PEMF (pulse electromagnetic field therapy) is a modality that involves pulsing electromagnetic frequencies to stimulate the body’s natural ability to heal at the cellular level. Essentially it energizes the cells and gives them the boost they need to perform their duties effectively. It helps to lower inflammation and does very well with arthritis, bone injuries, and soft tissue injures.

Multiple studies have been done to prove that bodywork on our equine best friends has large number of benefits. I recommend it to any horse as long as there are no medical contraindications.

Myofascial release is a modality of bodywork where the practitioner releases tightness and adhesions in the connective tissues (fascia) that surround and connect muscles, tendons, ligaments, organs, and more. When this tissue is “bunched up” it can cause a number of different issues including chronic pain, limit blood flow/nerve function, and restrict movement.

Since it’s your horse’s initial session I will send you a history form to fill out prior to the visit. This just asks about you and your horse’s history as well as some general introductory questions. When I arrive I will do my observations and perform the full session. Once completed, I offer my recommendations on session frequency, follow up exercises, etc. Post session you will receive the full session notes via email. This whole visit typically lasts 1.5-2hrs long although you are not required to be present for the whole session, just at the beginning for us to meet!

For cancelling/rescheduling, at least 24hrs notice is required unless prior arrangements have been made. I do not charge a fee for this unless it’s within 24hrs of the originally scheduled session. For changes made within that time frame, I charge a $25 cancelation fee which will be billed to you or added to your next invoice.

If it’s your horse’s initial session make sure that the history form has been completed and sent to me. On the day of your horse’s session, your horse need to be in and easily accessible. They need to be relatively clean and completely dry. Occasionally, a light hand walk post session is encouraged but do not plan on riding your horse or having them do any serious exercise for 24 hours after I have worked on them. Any exercise, including riding, is fine to do before I get there as long as they are completely cool and dry by the time I am starting our session.

This really depends on the horse specifically, what your goals for them are, and frequency of sessions. Your horse should have some immediate relief following each session but long term benefits could take several sessions.

No! Although chiropractic services are a type of bodywork, I am not qualified to perform this. Chiropractors perform spinal manipulation where as I perform variations of soft tissue manipulation. Chiropractic work and massage go hand in hand though so I’m always happy to recommend a practitioner!