Benefits of massage

Identifying when your horse would benefit from Massage Therapy
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Reduced performance
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Behaving uncharacteristically i.e.. head throwing, ear pinning, general restlessness/ anxiety, irritation, biting/kicking
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Discomfort when being tacked up and ridden
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Shortened stride length
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Avoiding bending on one side
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General stiffness
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Rushing to jumps/ knocking poles/ refusing
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Tripping
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Difficulty picking up the correct canter lead
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Difficulty working in a collected frame
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High head carriage/ Hollow back
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Bucking/ rearing often during transitions
Benefits of Massage Therapy
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Helps muscles to work at maximum efficiency
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Relaxes tight muscles
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Increases blood circulation
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Improves muscle tone
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Mobilises and eases painful joints
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Activates the lymphatic drainage (Lactic acid)
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Increases circulation of hormones
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Aids digestion
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Calming and soothing effect
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Lengthen tissues to improve elasticity to reduce risk of injury