BENEFITS OF EQUINE MASSAGE and BODYWORK
Most horses will benefit from Equine Massage (such as myofascial release, sports massage) and Bodywork (such as Reiki, Masterson 
Method™). There are very specific circumstances that are not appropriate for massage intervention such as fever, the acute stage of an injury or certain disease pathologies. Massage therapy is never a substitute for veterinary care and be wary of any equine massage therapist that would discourage
appropriate veterinary intervention.
Some horses that are considered aggressive receive the greatest benefit of massage and bodywork as aggression and stubborn behaviors are often a response to tension or pain.
Benefits to your horse include:
| Enhance muscle tone | Relax muscle spasm |
| Prevent and relieve adhesions | Increase range of movement |
| Help prevent injury | Reduce pain and swelling |
| Maintain strength and suppleness | Decrease annoying behaviors and habits |
| Prevent muscle atrophy during periods of rest or restricted work | |
Horse “occupations” that benefit form equine massage:
| Hunter/Jumper | Dressage |
| Eventing | Schooling horses (any riding style) |
| Train Riding Horses | Amateur and professional competition horses |
| Ranch horses (working or guest) | Rodeo horses |
| Race horses | Family Pleasure horse |
| Retired Elders |
