Myofascial Release Therapy
Myofascial Release is a very effective hands-on technique that provides sustained pressure into myofascial restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. The theory of Myofascial Release requires an understanding of the fascial system (or connective tissue). The fascia is a specialized system of the body that has an appearance similar to a spider's web or a sweater.

Fascia is very densely woven, covering and interpenetrating every muscle, bone, nerve, artery and vein as well as all of our internal organs including the heart, lungs, brain and spinal cord. The most interesting aspect of the fascial system is that it is not just a system of separate coverings. It is actually one structure that exists from head to foot without interruption. In this way you can begin to see that each part of the entire body is connected to every other part by the fascia, like the yarn in a sweater.

Fascia also plays an important role in the support of our horses bodies, since it surrounds and attaches to all structures. These structures would not be able to provide the stability without the constant pull of the fascial system. In fact, our horses bones can be thought of as tent poles, which cannot support the structure without the constant support of the guide wires (or fascia) to keep an adequate amount of tension to allow the tent (or body) to remain upright with proper equilibrium.

In the normal healthy state, the fascia is relaxed and wavy in configuration. It has the ability to stretch and move without restriction. When your horse experiences physical trauma, scarring, or inflammation, however, the fascia loses its pliability. It becomes tight, restricted and a source of tension to the rest of the body. Trauma, such as a fall, whiplash, surgery or just habitual poor posture over time and repetitive stress injuries has a cumulative effects. The changes they cause in the fascial system influence comfort and the functioning of the horses body. The fascia can exert excessive pressure producing pain or restriction of motion. They affect flexibility and stability, and are a determining factor in the ability to withstand stress and strain.

Cranial Sacral Therapy
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a light touch therapy pioneered by Osteopathic Physician, Dr. John Upledger. This therapy works with the rhythm and flow of the CerebroSpinal Fluid (CSF) that bathes your horses spinal nerves and your horses brain all contained within the dural membranes. It is these structures that make up the CranioSacral System. The subtle rhythm and flow of the CSF in the dural membranes can be felt throughout your horses entire body. By working with this rhythm and flow, the therapist can release restrictions within these membranes which improves the function of the CranioSacral System. These restrictions can be formed from stress and trauma to the body. The benefits of improved flow of the CSF includes increased sense of well being and an increased energy level.  CranioSacral Therapy is a perfect way to increase our horses body's natural healing process.

Reiki
Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that alsopromotes healing. It is administered by "laying on hands" and isbased on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through usand is what causes us to be alive. If one's "life force energy" islow, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, weare more capable of being happy and healthy. The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words - Rei which means "God'sWisdom or the Higher Power" and Ki which is "life force energy".So Reiki is actually "spiritually guided life force energy." A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through andaround you. Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind andspirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings ofpeace, security and wellbeing. Many have reported miraculous results. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing andself-improvement that everyone can use. It has been effective in helpingvirtually every known illness and malady and always creates a beneficialeffect. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutictechniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery. An amazingly simple technique to learn, the ability to use Reiki is nottaught in the usual sense, but is transferred to the student during a Reikiclass. This ability is passed on during an "attunement" given by aReiki master and allows the student to tap into an unlimited supply of"life force energy" to improve one's health and enhance the qualityof life. Its use is not dependent on one's intellectual capacity or spiritualdevelopment and therefore is available to everyone. It has been successfullytaught to thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds. While Reiki is spiritual in nature, it is not a religion. It has no dogma,and there is nothing you must believe in order to learn and use Reiki. In fact,Reiki is not dependent on belief at all and will work whether you believe in itor not. Because Reiki comes from God, many people find that using Reiki putsthem more in touch with the experience of their religion rather than havingonly an intellectual concept of it.While Reiki is not a religion, it is still important to live and act in away that promotes harmony with others. Dr. Mikao Usui,the founder of the Reiki system of natural healing, recommended that onepractice certain simple ethical ideals to promote peace and harmony, which arenearly universal across all cultures.

During a meditation several years after developing Reiki, Dr. Usui decided toadd the Reiki Ideals to the practice of Reiki. The Ideals came in part from thefive prinicples of the Meiji emperor of Japanwhom Dr. Usui admired. The Ideals were developed to add spiritual balance toUsui Reiki. Their purpose is to help people realize that healing the spirit byconsciously deciding to improve oneself is a necessary part of the Reikihealing experience. In order for the Reiki healing energies to have lastingresults, the client must accept responsibility for her or his healing and takean active part in it. Therefore, the Usui system of Reiki is more than the useof the Reiki energy. It must also include an active commitment to improveoneself in order for it to be a complete system. The ideals are both guidelinesfor living a gracious life and virtues worthy of practice for their inherent value.

Stretching

 The Benefits of Stretching:
Regular stretching is a powerful part of any exercise program.

Stretching increases flexibility. Flexible muscles can improve your horses performance.

Stretching improves range of motion of your joints. Good range of motion keeps your horse in better balance.

Stretching improves circulation. Stretching increases blood flow to your horses muscles. Improved circulation can speed recovery after muscle injuries.

Stretching promotes better posture.Frequent stretching keeps your horses muscles from getting tight, allowing him to maintain proper posture and minimize aches and pains.

Stretching can relieve stress. Stretching relaxes the tense muscles that often accompany stress.

Stretching may help prevent injury.Preparing your horses muscles and joints for activity can protect your horse from injury, especially if your horses muscles or joints are tight.



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