Harmony Equine
Therapy
Research
Benefits of equine sports massage therapy has been shown to include;
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Increased circulation
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delay onset of muscle fatigue/tension post exercise
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improved stride length
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relaxation
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stress relief
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pain relief
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increased body temperature
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preventing muscle atrophy
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maintaining muscle suppleness
These benefits can help a variety of horses including horses on box rest, equine athletes and horses undergoing injury rehabilitation.
Take a look at some current academic research on ESMT
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S073708061100284X
This journal looks at the effects of Equine Sports Massage Therapy on the body temperature of the horse and blood circulation, which subsequently helps with healing after injuries.
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0737080609005759
Here is an example of a comprehensive review of the benefits and possible side effects of Equine Sports Massage Therapy in areas such as stress relief, pain relief and post-exercise injury recovery.