Laura Moss Equine Sports Massage

I have graduated in the UK with Equissage Europe who are world renowned, certified & accredited. Equine Sports massage is a therapeutic application, in which a range of professional techniques are applied to all the major muscles groups, that cover the whole horse from its head to its hock, during the massage I can interpret the horses reactions and expressions and identify any tight knots of adhering fibres, many of which can restrict the full range of movement within that muscle, these fibrous knots are treated with a range of pressures and strokes, to relieve the tension and relax the muscle to help gain its optimum potential. A thorough understanding of anatomy and the interactions of joints and muscles, are the basis of this proven physical & mental therapy that is the art of massage. The benefits & effects of sports massage, are shown to have profound outcomes on these superb athletes. Sports massage differs from any other form of massage, as it focuses on the cause of muscle injury with the intent of relieving muscular pain, and assisting in the prevention of future injuries to those muscles, as it works with the bodies natural healing process, by increasing the flow of nutrients to the muscles and carrying away excessive fluids and toxins. The following are some common signs of muscular tension.

*Poor performance
*Pacing and shuffling in a collected walk
*Head throwing
*Pulling/hanging on the bit
*Holding the tail to one side
*Rearing
*Bucking
*Lateral stiffness
*Refusing to jump
*Cold back
*If your horse is excessively over reaching
*Any behavioural changes in your horse