Books

This full colour book by a professional horse physiotherapist is a complete introduction to horse massage. It is a book for everyone who wants to help their horses relax and regenerate after competitions or long rides: horses are very prone to muscular injuries and most owners are keen to keep them in good condition, free from unnecessary discomfort.

Introduction
The Horse's Body
Getting Horses Fit
How Massage Can Help
Massage Techniques
Stretching
Problem Areas

Step-by-step massage techniques and easy-to-learn stretching exercises and other techniques put the subject into perspective.

"Treatment after competition" chapter explains how horses can be relaxed after exertion.

Complimentary to Hotline To Your Horse, which focuses much more on pure massage and the physiology of the horse.

Paperback.