Benefits of Sports Massage Therapy: 

• Improve performance
• Manage pain
• Assess the physical condition
• Prevent of soft tissue injury
• Provide comfort to muscle injuries
• Increase range of motion
• Increase circulation
• Decrease tactile defenses
• Improve disposition
• Promote relaxation

Soft tissue problems develop in the horse for a wide variety of reasons including:

• Fatigue
• Conformation faults
• Nutrition imbalances
• Dental problems
• Tack and equipment interference
• Hoof problems
• Environmental factors
• Stress
• Age
• Vices

Given the wide range of factors that can affect the horse's muscles I spend extra time at the first appointment to do a full evaluation of the horse including conformation, training program, history of injury, life style factors, and general temperment.  This allows me to get a better idea of the big picture.  The first appointment often lasts two hours.

I always work on the whole horse to avoid missing compensations or minor imbalances.  I use sports massage therapy techniques, range of motion exercises, and stretching to address any muscle dysfunction or adhesions.  A full body massage normally lasts an hour to an hour and a half.

Sports Massage Therapy Price List:

• First Appointment with Evaluation- $100
• Full Body Massage- $75
• Evaluation- $50
• 10% discount per referral