BODYWORK
The umbrella term bodywork encompasses several forms of holistic treatments, including whole body massage techniques, stretching, energy manipulation, lymphatic drainage and other alternative therapies.
What are the benefits?
Just like us, our equine partners will perform and feel better when they are more flexible and agile. As the horse’s muscles become more supple, the wear and tear on the joints, ligaments and tendons reduces, equating to an increased range of motion and a longer performance life.
Massage can not only improve all of these aspects but can also influence overall well-being and performance. By improving the circulation through massage we can aid the horse in healing and stimulate the elimination of waste products.
Massage can also aid in decreasing tactile defense in your equine partner. That horse that dislikes having his ears touched may in fact be having pain in their neck, the horse that dislikes having their girth area touched may be having pain in their back or shoulders all of which may be relieved as the muscles are massaged, stretched and healed.
Conscious contact and emphasis on gentle touch while working with each patient builds higher levels of trust and confidence.
What is needed for a session?
Wild Iris Equine Bodywork comes to your location! Whether it be at your home, boarding facility, arena or otherwise. A calm and relaxing environment does provide for a smooth session and experience. This may also include a brief brush out of the coat, removal of weather protection and having the horse tied up and ready prior to arrival. Avoiding sessions directly prior to feeding time are recommended. Depending on the temperament of the horse, the climate in the area where sessions are held; exercise may be recommended prior to session.
Wild Iris Equine Reserves the right to terminate services in the case of dangerous, unsafe conditions and/or behavior.
“The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit and freedom.”