Equine Bodywork Tips to Keep Older Horses Moving Gracefully

As our beloved horses age, they may face the inevitable challenges of poor circulation and muscle tone loss. These changes manifest in various ways, such as sagging bellies, deteriorating skin and hair coats, and muscles that once rippled with strength now appearing soft and flabby or even wasting away. However, we have a powerful tool to …

The Epiony Thermal Wand

The Epiony Thermal Wand is innovative lightweight portable source (just under 8 inches long) of direct heat. It is a hand operated device with 3 temperature adjustable prongs (from 36°C to 53°C) which can be massaged over certain muscles on the body. The device is battery powered and designed to be safe for use on …

Cold & Heat Therapy for Horses – Part II

Based on the article Cold & Heat Therapy, by Patrick Herbots, DVM In order to optimize function and reduce any existing disability in horses Equine Bodywork Therapist uses a variety of techniques, including cold and heat therapy. Typically, this therapy works on a 1:3 cold to heat ratio. First, apply cold for one minute, then …

Cold & Heat Therapy for Horses – Part I

Based on the article Cold & Heat Therapy, by Patrick Herbots, DVM Equine Bodywork Practitioner uses a variety of techniques for equine rehabilitation, including cold and heat therapy. It helps to optimize function and reduce any existing disability. Typically, this therapy works on a 1:3 cold to heat ratio. First, apply cold for one minute, …

Horse First Aid Kits

Every barn should have a horse first aid kit. It should be clearly marked, easily visible and accessible, kept where your horses are located, contain current, non-expired products. A second aid kit should be made if horses are travelling. It is much easier to remain calm when faced with a horse injury if you know …