Preparation for the session:  I incorporate some energy work into the massage as a way of opening the animal to the work.  Sessions last approximately 45 minutes  to 1 hour on average.
Do not ride your horse for at minimum 1 hour prior to session (give them time to cool down).  Please have your horse groomed (preferably bathed recently) prior to the session and arrange for a quiet but secure place (usually their stall if it’s large enough). We will meet first and review your horse’s history.  I will perform a one minute quick evaluation and give you an opportunity to ask questions prior to the start of the session.   Post session, I will give my findings and recommendations in writing and again allow any questions you may have at that time.  Normally horses respond right away. 

Post Session:  Walk your horse for approximately 5 minutes (or pasture turnout is great!).  Give immediate and ready access to fresh water.  You may ride or exercise your horse lightly (assuming the horse is sound) any time after the session.

The Benefits of Equine Massage

(Equissage, Accupressure and Masterson Method)

Equissage is more of a deep tissue/sports massage method.  While very effective and I incoporporte much of the work depending on the horse (especially in the larger muscle groups), the horses tend to brace against pressure.  Using a light touch method such as Masterson Method, the horse participates neurologically and can release tension.  Accupressure is applied in the same areas as acupuncture would be but without needles to reach the meridians to release energy blocks.  It is used for specific trigger points, overall body wellness and lymphatic flow.

Improves circulation and as a result, promotes more rapid healing
Enhances muscle tone and increases range of motion
Boosts athletic performance and endurance
Eases muscle spasms
Reduces inflammation and swelling in the joints so that joint pain is relieved
Increases production of synovial fluid in the joints
Relieves pain, tension and stress
Restores musculoskeletal balance
Stimulates the lymphatic system and hastens the elimination of waste products and other toxins.  (may result in the form of sweat or hives)Type your paragraph here.