Sports massage has a historic use dating back to ancient Egyptians, Chinese, Greeks and Romans.  In more recent times it’s use became more developed for human athletes to not only perform better, but to recover faster with reduced injury.

It didn’t take long for people to realise the benefits of equine massage would have a positive effect not only on our equine athletes but also for the animals we keep for pleasure activities.

The Benefits Of Equine Massage:

  1. Reduces inflammation and swelling

  2. Alleviates pain by relaxing and relieving muscle tension

  3. Improves muscle tone and increases range of motion

  4. Increases the blood flow; aids healing, quickens removal of toxins, increases flow of nutrients

  5. Reduces atrophy in inactive muscles

  6. Loosens and softens scar tissue by lengthening the muscle fibres and reducing adhesions

All these physical reactions to a regular sports massage from Emily not only improves posture and balance in your horse but also helps improve athletic performance.

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Areas covered in UK: Worcestershire and surrounding counties.

Book an Equine Sports Massage or Call Emily Walters on 07983 565 438

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