ALTERNATIVE HEALTH TREATMENTS
EQUINE MYO-FUNCTIONAL THERAPY
To understand this therapy, we need to take it all apart and put it back together.
Myo- refers to muscles whilst manipulative refers to making changes. On the other hand, functional therapy is a form of therapy that addresses dysfunction in movement that may inhibit the body’s ability to perform optimally.
Therefor putting all these pieces together would result in the manipulation of muscles to restore proper function to the body.
EMFT uses a variety of massage techniques and strokes to stimulate blood flow to different areas of the body. The increased blood flow brings oxygen and other nutrients to the affected site while simultaneously removing lactic acid build up and eliminating other metabolic wastes from the body.
This technique is used in the process of rejuvenation and healing of injured muscles as well as maintaining the flexibility of healthy muscles, keeping them pain free, improving movement, reducing pain, and enabling enhanced performance.
This technique can be applied before, during and after shows to keep your equine partner in the most optimal competitive condition possible.
CRANIAL SACRAL THERAPY
Cranial sacral therapy (CST) is a gentle hands-on technique that uses a light touch to examine membranes and movement of the fluids in and around the central nervous system. Relieving tension in the central nervous system promotes a feeling of well-being by eliminating pain and boosting health.
KINESIOLOGY TAPING
Kinesiology taping or (KT Taping) is applied to gently lift the skin from the muscle tissue below. The tape allows the free flow of blood and lymphatic fluid. This aids the natural bodily mechanisms to remove inflammation without medication or surgery. When this tape is applied correctly it can improve circulation, support muscles and provide support for correcting problematic muscle memory.
BEMER
Bio-Electro-Magnetic-Energy-Regulation(BEMER) is a type of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy. It uses pulsed electromagnetic waves to help stimulate blood circulation, particularly microcirculation.
REMEDIAL HUMAN SPORTS MASSAGE
Remedial Sports massage, when applied correctly is used to resolve pain patterns that our bodies have created to shield them from further injury. These pain patterns are present in both top athletes and those individuals that find themselves in a corporate setting.
Therefore, the core reason for the existence of remedial sports massage is to resolve pain patterns to establish an enhanced individual whether it be on the sports field or in the office.
Some benefits of remedial sports massage is corrected postural imbalances, correct muscle function, treatment plans formulated to each individual client and the prevention of possible future injuries.
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