Equitouch Bodywork & Rehab, LLC

This! As all my clients see this is what I do on their horse’s during each session. It is too risky to pull the tongue and you can cause far more damage forcing something instead of allowing the horse to help release it themselves.

This!!!

My rant for today and yes my opinion on the subject.

I want to talk about something I've been seeing a lot lately with handheld massage devices for horses. I have had a lot of student and clients reach out to me about this tool recently and something in to be addressed.

First, this isn't meant to bash any particular company or product. I actually think they're a great idea when they're used correctly. They can be a helpful tool between professional bodywork sessions such as massage or chiropractic care.

The problem isn't the tool—it's how it's being used.

I've watched several videos where these devices are being run directly over bony landmarks, the cervical vertebrae, the ribs, the point of the hip, and other sensitive areas. I've even seen them used very close to the jugular vein. Just because a machine has different speed settings doesn't mean every part of the horse's body is appropriate to treat with it.

Think about it this way: if someone took a massage gun and repeatedly pounded directly on your spine, hip bones, or ribs, it wouldn't feel good. Horses are no different.

One thing that concerns me is seeing horses clearly showing signs of discomfort while the person using the machine believes they're "relaxing." Reading a horse's body language is just as important as knowing how to operate the equipment. If you can't tell when your horse is saying "that's uncomfortable," then it's probably not the right time to be using a handheld massage device.

I really wish more companies spent time educating owners on proper safe treatment areas, pressure, and technique instead of focusing mostly on sales.
Education should always come before equipment.

I'm all for owners learning how to help their horses, but knowledge has to come first. A tool is only as good as the person using it.

Education protects your horse. That's always the goal.

Clients, I’m officially on maternity leave 🤱🏻! Please give me extra time to get back to you, but don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything!
I’m currently booking November and on for equines and as of now all June canine appointments are staying as is!

Clients here’s an update on what is going on currently. I have canceled most appointments for the rest of this week, because I am now sick 🤒.
I will try to reschedule everyone over the next few days or so, however I am running out of time fitting everyone in before I go into labor 😅I will be in touch with those who do need to be rescheduled and thank you for understanding!

Featuring a before & after of opening up the thoracic sling with the Lazaris Nerve Release Technique!

We are getting closer and closer to my maternity leave, I’m currently booking out to November!

An offering only for local client’s while I’m out (within 20 minutes of Middletown), if you would like to rent my pemf machine for the day to do your horse, I will give you instructions on what to do, that is an option! Please reach out if interested! The machine must be returned the same day if rented.

Photo featuring this handsome guy after his first session of nerve release. A less hollow and more full face afterwards!

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Congratulations to my wonderful students for getting certified in equine massage this week! I had so much fun teaching you all!