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Surprising Facts About Lymphatic Massage for Horses
Think lymphatic massage is just about “detoxing”? Think again. This gentle yet powerful technique supports your horse’s entire body—from immune health to fascia, digestion, and even mental wellbeing. 💧 1. No pump? No problem—unless your horse isn’t moving. The lymphatic system has no central pump like the heart. It relies on movement, breath, muscle contractions, and Read more
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The Fascia of the Hoof
The fascia of the hoof is not typically referred to with the same terminology as fascia in the rest of the body, but there are fascial-like structures in the hoof, especially within the soft tissue components. These include: 1. Digital Cushion • Often considered a fascia-rich connective tissue. • Composed of fibroelastic tissue, fat, and Read more
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The Bow, the String, and the Corset: How Equine Ligaments and Myofascial Systems Support Movement
Introduction The horse’s ability to move with power, grace, and elasticity is not just a matter of strong muscles or efficient limbs—it begins with an integrated support system that balances the spine, lifts the trunk, and distributes force throughout the body. At the center of this system are the nuchal and supraspinous ligaments, which act Read more
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25 of the Most Interesting & Important Properties of Fascia
Fascia is a truly fascinating tissue that plays a central role in how the horse moves, feels, and functions. Here are 25 of the most interesting and important properties of fascia 1. Fascia is a full-body communication network. It connects every muscle, bone, organ, and nerve—literally a three-dimensional web that transmits mechanical, chemical, and electrical Read more
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What is Endo-Tapping?
Endo Tapping is a gentle equine training technique developed by French horseman Jean-François Pignon and later adapted by equine professionals worldwide. It involves using rhythmic tapping with a flexible stick or similar tool to help horses release tension, relax, and become more receptive to training. The technique is grounded in promoting physical and emotional relaxation Read more
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The History of Equine Massage
Equine Massage Therapy has a very long history of use: Why is massage therapy, such an ancient practice, still so popular and widely used today? Because it continues to be one of the MOST EFFECTIVE ways to care for the body. Fun Fact: It’s said that Julius Caesar traveled with a personal masseuse, who Read more
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Fascial Fitness Training: Enhancing Equine Performance and Longevity
Modern research on fascial fitness supports the long-established practice of Long Slow Distance (LSD) training, confirming its role in developing strong, resilient connective tissues. Fascia—the intricate web of connective tissue that supports muscles, tendons, and ligaments—responds dynamically to movement and loading patterns. Proper training can enhance fascial hydration, elasticity, and structural integrity, leading to improved Read more
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Fascia, the Prime Vascular System and Massage’s Effects on Them (The Body’s Hidden Highway)
The concept of fascia and the prime vascular system as an integrated communication network is a fascinating area of study, blending biomechanics, biophysics, and traditional medicine. Fascia as a Communication Network Fascia is a continuous web of connective tissue made primarily of collagen, elastin, and a gel-like extracellular matrix. It surrounds and integrates every muscle, Read more
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Pro-Stride APS (Autologous Protein Solution): a Regenerative Veterinary Therapy
Pro-Stride APS (Autologous Protein Solution) is a regenerative veterinary therapy used primarily to treat joint pain and inflammation in horses and other animals. It’s a non-surgical option designed to improve joint health by reducing inflammation, alleviating pain, and promoting healing. Pro-Stride APS is often used for conditions like osteoarthritis or other joint-related issues that cause Read more