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Emer Mc Namee
Jan 72 min read
Crooked tail: Causes of abnormal tail carriage
Why Does Your Horse Hold Its Tail to One Side? As horse owners and riders, we often rely on subtle signs to gauge how our equine partners...
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Emer Mc Namee
Dec 9, 20242 min read
Head shaking, tossing, flicking. What we know so far...
Headshaking is a perplexing and often frustrating condition that can significantly affect a horse's comfort, performance, and quality of...
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Emer Mc Namee
Nov 29, 20241 min read
Essential Equine Anatomy: WEBINAR - Posture for performance
What is posture and why is it important to have good posture? In this 30 minute webinar Emer will look at how posture impacts your horses...
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Emer Mc Namee
Nov 22, 20247 min read
CASE STUDY: The effects of intense PEMF rehabilitation on a popped splint (exostosis) of the metacarpal
Abstract This case study explores the impact of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy on a horse diagnosed with a "popped splint"...
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Cleo Murphy
Nov 18, 20245 min read
Far Infrared Radiation Technologies in Equine Textile Products
What is FIR? Far Infared Radiation (FIR) is a subdivision of the electromagnetic spectrum that has been investigated for biological...
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Emer Mc Namee
Nov 11, 20241 min read
Essential Equine Anatomy: Shoulders & Thoracic Sling for performance
In this webinar we well take a deeper look into the anatomy of the shoulder and how it works together with the Thoracic Sling to create...
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Emer Mc Namee
Nov 6, 20244 min read
Toe dragging: What does it mean?
The foot is one of the most important parts of the horses body. It is the contact point of a 600kg body of mass and the ground. In...
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Emer Mc Namee
Oct 25, 20245 min read
The money awards: Taking advantage of our unregulated industry
If you got a call to say your efforts in the equestrian industry had been recognised in the community and you would be receiving an award...
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Cleo Murphy
Oct 25, 20243 min read
Fluffy Tendon Boots: What are the effects on my horse?
In February 2023, the Spoga International Equestrian trade fair announced its top innovation products for 2023. One of which was the Free...
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Cleo Murphy
Oct 25, 20243 min read
The Great Garlic Debate: Is it good for my horse?
Garlic is a well-known supplement in horses. It has been used for many years and there are a wide variety brands carrying this...
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Emer Mc Namee
Oct 17, 20244 min read
Tendon firing & blistering: Illegal and unethical veterinary practice
Many years ago, when working on a racing yard, I noticed one of the 'superstar' mares of the yard had strange lines running down the back...
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Cleo Murphy
Oct 11, 20241 min read
WEBINAR : Bridle Fitting for Horse Owners
Feel lost when it comes to bridle fitting? There are so many brands and designs available now it can be daunting to figure out which one...
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Cleo Murphy
Oct 9, 20241 min read
WEBINAR: How much hay does my horse need?
A lecture all about hay in the horses diet, importance of fibre, the BCS and more. Learn about the digestive tract of the horse, feeding...
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Emer Mc Namee
Oct 8, 20245 min read
Essential Equine Anatomy: The Stifle - A complex joint
The stifle joint in horses is a complex, hinge joint. Anatomically, the stifle is comparable to the human knee, connecting the Femur and...
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Emer Mc Namee
Oct 2, 20241 min read
WEBINAR: Magnetic Therapy - "Do magnets have a place in equine health care?
Join Emer (EquiFlexx Therapy) for an informative webinar that delves into the science and controversy surrounding magnetic therapy in...
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Emer Mc Namee
Sep 29, 20244 min read
The importance foot balance for soundness
The importance of good foot balance in equine biomechanics cannot be overstated, but is so often overlooked. A horse's hooves are its...
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Emer Mc Namee
Sep 29, 20243 min read
Essential Equine Anatomy: Tendons & Elastic recoil
Elastic recoil energy refers to the energy stored in a biological tissue when it undergoes deformation—such as stretching or...
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Emer Mc Namee
Sep 26, 20243 min read
Essential equine anatomy: Hunter's bump
We have all seen the protruding appearance in the hindquarters and probably passed it off as a confirmational defect or told "he's always...
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Emer Mc Namee
Sep 24, 20244 min read
Let's go Hydro! Water treadmill vs Swimming - Functional exercise modality of fad?
Water treadmill and swimming are two popular hydrotherapies used for conditioning and rehabilitation in horses. Both methods provide...
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Emer Mc Namee
Sep 24, 20243 min read
Feed room talks: Iron deficiency, a rare condition often misunderstood
When we think about maintaining the health and vitality of our horses, the topic of nutrition naturally comes to mind. Balanced diets,...
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