Massage & Manual Therapy
At Equi-Can Active Veterinary Physiotherapy, we understand the unique demands placed on sport and working horses and dogs. Whether your animal is involved in agility, field sports, racing, dressage, or jumping, our specialised Manual and Massage Therapy services are designed to enhance their performance, recovery, and overall well-being.
The Power of Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is more than just a luxury; it’s a vital part of your animal’s care regime. This treatment promotes relaxation by releasing endorphins and stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system. After strenuous exercise, massage improves blood flow, helping to remove toxins and relieve tension in tight, tired, or sore muscles. By employing various techniques and strokes, we can improve muscle tone and mass, correct asymmetry in the fascia beneath the skin, and remove adhesions that can restrict movement.
Key Benefits
Promotes Relaxation and Recovery
Releases endorphins, enhances blood flow, and aids in toxin removal.
Relieves Muscle Tension
Eases discomfort in muscles, crucial for animals in high-intensity sports like racing and jumping.
Improves Muscle Tone and Mass
Supports muscle development and mobility by addressing fascia asymmetry.
Enhancing Mobility with Manual Therapy
Massage therapy is more than just a luxury; it’s a vital part of your animal’s care regime. This treatment promotes relaxation by releasing endorphins and stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system. After strenuous exercise, massage improves blood flow, helping to remove toxins and relieve tension in tight, tired, or sore muscles. By employing various techniques and strokes, we can improve muscle tone and mass, correct asymmetry in the fascia beneath the skin, and remove adhesions that can restrict movement.
Key Benefits
Key Benefits
Enhances Mobility
Passive and active stretches reduce stiffness, benefiting older or recovering animals.
Boosts Well-Being
Improves tissue elasticity, promoting freedom of movement and reducing injury risk.
Addressing Performance Issues with Myofascial Release
Our therapy services also include myofascial release, a technique focused on restoring symmetry to the fascia, the highly innervated connective tissue beneath the skin. When the fascia becomes taut, it can cause pain, and dysfunction, and negatively affect movement, altering stride and gait dynamics. Myofascial release helps restore normal function, leading to improved performance and comfort for your animal.
Why Choose Equi-Can Active?
At Equi-Can Active, we are dedicated to providing tailored care for your sport and working animals. Our comprehensive approach to manual and massage therapy ensures that your horse or dog remains in peak condition, ready to perform at their best while enjoying a higher quality of life. Whether for recovery, performance enhancement, or overall well-being, trust us to deliver the best in animal care.
