For joints to have the ideal balance, some muscles need to act as stabilizers and others as mobilizers. A perfect balance of mobilizers and stabilizers results in optimal alignment, or neutral joint position. Neutral joint position enables optimal mechanics throughout the entire range of motion. When the neutral position becomes misaligned by unbalanced muscle tension, extra stress is placed on the joints, potentially leading to future mechanical issues. Sub-optimal postures, such as a dropped back, sunken shoulder girdle or rotated hips will be functioning with sun-optimal joints alignments. Kissing spines is an extreme example. Achieving correct muscle balance is crucial for maintaining proper joint alignment.
Massage with Myofascial Release is a whole body, hands-on approach to balancing tensions in the musculoskeletal system and is an important part of keeping your horse fit, healthy, happy and performing at its best.
Benefits of massage with myofascial release include improved muscle function, improved joint alignment, improved self-awareness, mobilized fascia, an increase in stride length and range of motion, enhanced relaxation and improved overall performance and recovery.
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