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'''Equine massage''' is the practice of [[massage]] on [[horse]]s. Beginning in the early 1990s, it has been a growing field of equine therapy, |
'''Equine massage''' is the practice of [[massage]] on [[horse]]s. Beginning in the early 1990s, it has been a growing field of equine therapy, used for both day-to-day riding and post-trauma rehabilitation. Proponents list a number of positive effects, including the improvement of movement and the reduction of pain and stress responses. <!-- weasel Scientific study is beginning to demonstrate possible benefits, although more study is needed. --> |
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==Practice== |
==Practice== |
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Hands-on therapies, including massage, [[acupressure]] and [[joint mobilization]], were |
Hands-on therapies, including massage, [[acupressure]], and [[joint mobilization]], were some of the fastest growing equine therapy categories in the early 1990s.<ref name=Porter>{{cite journal|url=http://www.thehorse.com/articles/10448/hands-on-therapies-for-the-horse|title=Hands-On Therapies for the Horse|journal=The Horse|date=May 1, 1998|author=Porter, Mimi}}</ref> |
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Equine massage uses the hands, fingers and elbows of the therapist, |
Equine massage uses the hands, fingers, and elbows of the therapist, and other tools, including [[tennis ball]]s and [[vibrating]] tools. During the massage, the [[soft tissue]] is manipulated with the goal of loosening tight muscles, joints, tendons, [[Granulation tissue|scar tissue]], and [[edema]]; increasing blood flow and [[lymphatic]] activity; and reducing stress. Equine massage is used in exercise warm-up and after injury or for surgery rehabilitation.<ref name=Porter/> |
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==Scientific study== |
==Scientific study== |
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Massage in horses uses many techniques first used for human massage, and it is becoming more common in both competitive equestrian disciplines and [[pleasure riding]]. Proponents say that equine massage improves movement and reduces pain and stress responses. |
Massage in horses uses many techniques first used for human massage, and it is becoming more common in both competitive equestrian disciplines and [[pleasure riding]]. Proponents say that equine massage improves movement and reduces pain and stress responses. Massage affects the [[muscular system of the horse|muscular system]] at the [[cell (biology)|cell]]ular and [[fascial]] levels, as well as [[physiologic]] systems. Preliminary research demonstrates possible benefits in exercise recovery, but additional rigorous research is needed to further examine these possibilities.<ref>{{cite journal|url=http://www.j-evs.com/article/S0737-0806%2809%2900575-9/abstract|title=Evaluating the Benefits of Equine Massage Therapy: A Review of the Evidence and Current Practices|author1=Scott, Mike |author2=Swensen, Lee Ann|journal=Journal of Equine Veterinary Science|volume=29|issue=9|pages=687-697|date=September 2009|doi=10.1016/j.jevs.2009.07.017}}</ref> |
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A 2015 study done at Western Kentucky University entitled: "Horses' Responses to Receiving The Masterson Method® of Integrated Equine Performance Bodywork™ Treatments" documents changes in comfort levels after receiving bodywork. Research documentation included pre and post |
A 2015 study done at Western Kentucky University entitled: "Horses' Responses to Receiving The Masterson Method® of Integrated Equine Performance Bodywork™ Treatments" documents changes in comfort levels after receiving bodywork. Research documentation included pre- and post-treatment evaluations, the treatments, owner questionnaires, and cribbing observations. Also, all evaluation and treatment sessions were videotaped with the intent of further analysis for changes in range of motion, flexibility, and comfort level as applicable. This research demonstrated that these bodywork sessions may reduce somatic pain and consequently reduce lameness, aggression, and possibly cribbing. At the conclusion of this study each horse had an improved attitude, and their individual health issues were diminished.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Beu|first=Carla|date=2015|title=Horses' Responses to Receiving Masterson Method® Integrated Equine Performance Bodywork™ Treatments|url=https://digitalcommons.wku.edu/stu_hon_theses/529/|journal=Western Kentucky University, Top Scholar|language=en}}</ref> |
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A 2013 study of 20 riding horses examined the differences in equine behavior among horses resting, receiving a massage and receiving a treatment of Tellington |
A 2013 study of 20 riding horses examined the differences in equine behavior among horses resting, receiving a massage, and receiving a treatment of Tellington TTouch<sup>TM</sup> method created by Linda Tellington-Jones. The study determined that the horses receiving TTouch had the highest levels of relaxed and positive behaviors, while the resting horses showed signs of boredom and the horses receiving massage therapy tended to move around more and behave in a less relaxed manner.<!-- researchers ALWAYS say more research is needed The scientists who conducted the experiment confirmed that further study of various therapy techniques is needed. --><ref>{{cite journal|journal=The Horse|url=http://www.thehorse.com/articles/32345/study-t-touch-positively-accepted-by-saddle-horses|title=Study: T-Touch 'Positively Accepted' by Saddle Horses|date=August 8, 2013|author=Lesté-Lasserre, Christa}}</ref> |
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==Regulation, training and associations== |
==Regulation, training, and associations== |
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In the United States, the legal requirements vary by state and are determined by each state's veterinary board. Presently, some states require veterinary supervision while others do not.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iaamb.org/reference/state-laws-2013.html|publisher=International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork|title=Animal Massage Laws by State|access-date=2013-11-23}}</ref> Many schools offer certification programs in the areas of animal and companion massage. Some of these schools are approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork |
In the United States, the legal requirements vary by state and are determined by each state's veterinary board. Presently, some states require veterinary supervision, while others do not.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iaamb.org/reference/state-laws-2013.html|publisher=International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork|title=Animal Massage Laws by State|access-date=2013-11-23}}</ref> Many schools offer certification programs in the areas of animal and companion massage. Some of these schools are approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ncbtmb.org/tools/find-approved-provider/course-results?status=&providerid=&name=&orgname=&city=&state=&country=&title=&hours=&category=&moderate=&page=17&order=category&sort=asc|publisher=National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork|title=Continuing Education Provider Search Results|access-date=2013-11-23}}</ref> The International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork is an association of animal massage and bodywork practitioners, including equine massage therapists.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iaamb.org/home.php|publisher=International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork|title=Welcome to the IAAMB/ACWT|access-date=2013-11-23|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131202233939/http://www.iaamb.org/home.php|archive-date=2013-12-02|url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 21:49, 20 August 2021
Equine massage is the practice of massage on horses. Beginning in the early 1990s, it has been a growing field of equine therapy, used for both day-to-day riding and post-trauma rehabilitation. Proponents list a number of positive effects, including the improvement of movement and the reduction of pain and stress responses.
Practice
Hands-on therapies, including massage, acupressure, and joint mobilization, were some of the fastest growing equine therapy categories in the early 1990s.[1]
Equine massage uses the hands, fingers, and elbows of the therapist, and other tools, including tennis balls and vibrating tools. During the massage, the soft tissue is manipulated with the goal of loosening tight muscles, joints, tendons, scar tissue, and edema; increasing blood flow and lymphatic activity; and reducing stress. Equine massage is used in exercise warm-up and after injury or for surgery rehabilitation.[1]
Scientific study
Massage in horses uses many techniques first used for human massage, and it is becoming more common in both competitive equestrian disciplines and pleasure riding. Proponents say that equine massage improves movement and reduces pain and stress responses. Massage affects the muscular system at the cellular and fascial levels, as well as physiologic systems. Preliminary research demonstrates possible benefits in exercise recovery, but additional rigorous research is needed to further examine these possibilities.[2]
A 2015 study done at Western Kentucky University entitled: "Horses' Responses to Receiving The Masterson Method® of Integrated Equine Performance Bodywork™ Treatments" documents changes in comfort levels after receiving bodywork. Research documentation included pre- and post-treatment evaluations, the treatments, owner questionnaires, and cribbing observations. Also, all evaluation and treatment sessions were videotaped with the intent of further analysis for changes in range of motion, flexibility, and comfort level as applicable. This research demonstrated that these bodywork sessions may reduce somatic pain and consequently reduce lameness, aggression, and possibly cribbing. At the conclusion of this study each horse had an improved attitude, and their individual health issues were diminished.[3]
A 2013 study of 20 riding horses examined the differences in equine behavior among horses resting, receiving a massage, and receiving a treatment of Tellington TTouchTM method created by Linda Tellington-Jones. The study determined that the horses receiving TTouch had the highest levels of relaxed and positive behaviors, while the resting horses showed signs of boredom and the horses receiving massage therapy tended to move around more and behave in a less relaxed manner.[4]
Regulation, training, and associations
In the United States, the legal requirements vary by state and are determined by each state's veterinary board. Presently, some states require veterinary supervision, while others do not.[5] Many schools offer certification programs in the areas of animal and companion massage. Some of these schools are approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.[6] The International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork is an association of animal massage and bodywork practitioners, including equine massage therapists.[7]
References
- ^ a b Porter, Mimi (May 1, 1998). "Hands-On Therapies for the Horse". The Horse.
- ^ Scott, Mike; Swensen, Lee Ann (September 2009). "Evaluating the Benefits of Equine Massage Therapy: A Review of the Evidence and Current Practices". Journal of Equine Veterinary Science. 29 (9): 687–697. doi:10.1016/j.jevs.2009.07.017.
- ^ Beu, Carla (2015). "Horses' Responses to Receiving Masterson Method® Integrated Equine Performance Bodywork™ Treatments". Western Kentucky University, Top Scholar.
- ^ Lesté-Lasserre, Christa (August 8, 2013). "Study: T-Touch 'Positively Accepted' by Saddle Horses". The Horse.
- ^ "Animal Massage Laws by State". International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork. Retrieved 2013-11-23.
- ^ "Continuing Education Provider Search Results". National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Retrieved 2013-11-23.
- ^ "Welcome to the IAAMB/ACWT". International Association of Animal Massage & Bodywork. Archived from the original on 2013-12-02. Retrieved 2013-11-23.