Equine Massage

Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt

Description

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

Equine massage enhances the performance and quality of life of horses by increasing flexibility, reducing stiffness, improving attitude, and shortening recovery time from injury. In addition to its many health benefits, equine massage strengthens the bond between the horse and his owner, trainer, or groom. Using these techniques, you'll learn to "see" with your hands and sense areas that need special attention. Equine Massage, Second Edition is truly a hands-on guide to proven massage techniques that improve a horse's well-being.
List of Figures.

Preface.

Acknowledgments.

Introduction.

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Horse.

2. The Horse and Massage Therapy.

3. Principles and Concepts of Massage.

4. Hydrotherapy.

5. Massage Techniques.

6. Massage Routines.

7. Kinesiology of the Horse.

8. Stretching.

9. Conformation Check-up Routine.

10. Body Parts and Their Stress Points.

11. Equine Myofascial Massage.

12. Equine Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome (ETDS).

13. Lines of Compensation.

14. Saddle Fitting.

15. Areas of Stress Specific to Each Discipline.

16. Keeping Records.

Index.

Sujets

• Santé et bien-être
• Santé du quotidien
• Pets
• Horses

Informations

• Publié par: Turner Publishing Company
• Date de parution: 21 mai 2007
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9780470109694
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

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EQUINE Massage

A P RACTICAL G UIDE
Second Edition
J EAN -P IERRE H OURDEBAIGT , LMT
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Copyright © 2007 by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt. All rights reserved.
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CONTENTS
List of Figures
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Beginning Your Journey
1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Horse
The Nervous System
The Respiratory System
The Circulatory System
The Cardiovascular System
The Lymphatic System
The Endocrine System
The Digestive System
The Urinary System
The Reproductive System
The Skeletal System
Bones
The Joints
The Ligaments
The Muscular System
Tendons
Muscles
2. The Horse and Massage Therapy
How the Horse Responds
The Visual Horse
The Auditory Horse
Duration of a Massage
When to Massage Your Horse
How to Approach the Horse You Want to Massage
Contraindications to Massaging a Horse
Some Massage Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s
Don’ts
Safety Tips
3 . Principles and Concepts of Massage
Developing Massage Skills
Proper Approach
Proper Posture
Sensitivity of the Hands
The Four T’s
Temperature
Texture
Tenderness
Tension
Pressure, Contact, and Rhythm
Pressure
Contact
Rhythm
The Main Effects of Massage
The Mechanical Effect
Pure Nervous Reflex Effect
Massage Moves
Stroking
Effleurage
Petrissage
Vibration
Shaking
Friction
Nerve Manipulation
Tapotements
The Laying on of Hands
Basic Massage Movements
Soothing Massage Movements
Stimulating Massage Movements
Pure Nervous Reflex Movements
4. Hydrotherapy
Duration of Treatment
Stages of Recovery
The Acute Stage
The Subacute Stage
The In-Between Stages
The Chronic Stage
Cold
Effects of Cold
Application of Cold
Cold Devices and Techniques
The Ice Cup Massage
Duration of Cold Application
Heat
Effects of Heat
Application of Heat
Heat Devices and Techniques
Duration of Heat Application
Poultices
Common Poultice Mixtures
5. Massage Techniques
The Thumb Technique
The Elbow Technique
The Swelling Technique
Duration of Application
Frequency of Treatment
The Trigger Point Technique
The Neuromuscular Technique
The Golgi
The Muscle Spindle
Stress Points
How Stress Points Form
Where Stress Points Form
How Stress Points Feel
When Stress Points Form
How Horses Respond to Stress Point Work
The Stress Point Technique
The Origin-Insertion Technique
The SEW/ WES Approach Technique
6. Massage Routines
Relaxation Routines
The Relaxation Massage Routine
The Head Massage Routine
The Maintenance Massage Routine
The Recuperation Routine
Recuperation Routine Outline
The Warm-Up Routine
Warm-Up Routine Outline
The Cool-Down Routine
Cool-Down Routine Outline
Trouble Spots—Routines and Treatments
7 . Kinesiology of the Horse
Motion
Kinesiology of the Foreleg
Kinesiology of the Hind Leg
The Vertebral Column
The Rib Cage
The Neck
The Stay Mechanism of the Horse
8. Stretching
Reasons for Stretching
Physical
Cerebral
When to Stretch
How to Stretch
Stretching Safely
The Stretching Routine
Neck Stretches
Foreleg Stretches
Hind Leg Stretches
Back Muscle Stretches
9. Conformation Check-up Routine
Ground Check Routine
Head and Neck
Withers
Chest, Girth, and Ribs
Shoulders
Forelegs
Knees
Cannon Bones
Fetlocks
Pasterns
Feet
The Back
Loins
Hindquarters
Stifles
Hocks
Evaluation of the Horse’s Weight Distribution: The Float Line
Action and Soundness
10 . Body Parts and Their Stress Points
The Head and Neck
#1 Stress Point—The Rectus Capitis Ventralis Muscle
#2 Stress Point—The Splenius Cervicis Muscle
#3 Stress Point—The Brachiocephalic Muscle
#4 Stress Point—The Sterno-thyrohyoid and Omohyoid Muscles
Other Tension Areas in the Neck
The Shoulders
The Scapula
The Humerus
#5 Stress Point—The Spinalis Dorsi Muscle
# 6, 7, and 8 Stress Points—The Trapezius and Rhomboid Muscles
#9 Stress Point—The Supraspinatus Muscle
#10 Stress Point—The Infraspinatus Muscle
#11 Stress Point—The Thoracic Part of the Serrate Muscle
#12 Stress Point—The Latissimus Dorsi Muscle
#13 Stress Point—The Upper End of the Triceps Muscle
#14 Stress Point—The Lower End of the Triceps Muscle
#15 Stress Point—The Cranial Superficial Pectoral Muscle
#16 Stress Point—The Caudal Superficial Pectoral Muscle
#17 Stress Point—The Caudal Deep Pectoral Muscle
#18 Stress Point—The Radial Carpal Extensor Muscles of the Foreleg
#19 Stress Point—The Lateral Carpal Flexor Muscles of the Foreleg
The Back and Rib Cage
#20 Stress Point—The Longissimus Dorsi Muscle (Forward Attachment)
#21 Stress Point—The Iliocostalis Dorsi Muscle
#22 Stress Point—The External Abdominal Oblique Muscle (Hip Attachment)
#23 Stress Point—The External Abdominal Oblique Muscle (Rib Cage Attachment)
#24 Stress Point—The Internal Abdominal Oblique Muscle
#25 Stress Point—The Transverse Abdominal Muscle (Pubic Attachment)
#26 Stress Point—The Intercostal Muscles
The Hindquarters and Hind Legs
#27 Stress Point—Junction of the Gluteus Muscles and the Longissimus Dorsi Muscles
#28 Stress Point—The Biceps Femoris Muscle
#29 Stress Point—The Belly of the Biceps Femoris Muscle
#30 Stress Point—The Gastrocnemius Muscle
#31 Stress Point—The Vastus Lateralis Muscle
#32 Stress Point—The Rectus Femoris Muscle
#33 Stress Point—The Adductor Muscles
#34 Stress Point—The Semitendinosus Muscle
#35 Stress Point—The Semimembranosus Muscle
#36 Stress Point—The Tensor Fasciae Latae Muscle
#37 Stress Point—The Iliacus Muscle
#38 Stress Point—The Superficial Gluteus Muscle
#39 Stress Point—The Long Digital Extensor Muscles
#40 Stress Point—The Long Digital Flexor Muscles
Stress Point Check-up Routine
First Sequence
Second Sequence
Third Sequence
The “Trouble Spots” Routine
Step 1: The Upper Neck
Step 2: The Point of Shoulder
Step 3: The Withers
Step 4: The Upper Shoulder
Step 5: The Lower Shoulder
Step 6: The Croup
Step 7: The Point of Hip
Treatments
Back Treatment
Neck Treatment
The Forequarters Treatment
The Hindquarters Treatment
11. Equine Myofascial Massage
The Fascial System
What Is Fascia?
The Fascial System and Its Functions
Physical Properties of Fascia
Preparation
Attitude
Observation
Touch—The Four T’s
Pressure, Contact, and Rhythm
Feedback from the Horse
Emotional Release
Myofascial Release Techniques
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