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Equine Massage

by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt

A long-awaited update of the classic equine massage reference Fully revised and updated, this new edition provides step-by-step instructions and more than 180 photographs and diagrams to help riders and professionals alike master equine massage techniques. This authoritative guide provides detailed information about massage movements, pressures, rhythms, and sequences. It includes: An introduction to equine anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology Practical information on stretching and hydrotherapy Four new chapters covering equine myofascial massage, Equine TMJ (temporomandibular joint) Dysfunction Syndrome, Equine Muscular Compensation Phenomenon, and saddle fitting A conformation check-up routine Information about areas of stress specific to each discipline and different massage techniques and routines for different situations A handy comb...

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