Coatesville, Pennsylvania
Strength In Balance Equine Services offers equine massage and myofascial release for you horse, as well as fitness coaching for riders.
Myofascial Release, Kinesiology Taping, Massage Therapy
January 2022
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Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will be charged 50% of the service price. No show appointments will be charged the full cost of service price(s), plus applicable travel fees. Cancellation fees may be waived at the discretion of Strength In Balance Equine Services.
Within 41 miles of 19320
CEMT, ACE PT
3 equine bodywork sessions. Must be used on same horse within 14 days of 1st massage.
covered barn
CranioSacral is an energy-based therapy where the therapist uses light contact on specific parts of the body, not just the cranium, spine and sacrum. There is no physical manipulation of bones or tissues and the body is allowed to readjust at its own pace. The therapist applies specific hands- on techniques to the horse’s body to release restrictions in its musculoskeletal system and fascia. CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, non-manipulative but effective therapy; it encourages the body’s natural self healing mechanisms. CranioSacral Therapy can help to treat many conditions, both chronic and acute, including: Facial nerve paralysis Hock or stifle issues Lumbar or sacroiliac problems Head shaking Head injuries and traumas Lameness TMJ/TMD (tempromandibular joint disfunction) Blocked tear ducts Cribbing Unexplained behaviour – bucking, refusing, rearing, shying, spookiness Difficulty in making transitions, flat in work Difficulty with breathing Headaches Grinding teeth , difficulty chewing food
Covered barn, concrete floors, cross ties, handler or stall
A short, but in-depth, evaluation will start each session, allowing the therapist an idea of where the restrictions are in the body. A session usually takes between 80 and 100 minutes, depending on the horse’s responses. Some sessions might be shorter, some a little longer. Working through their imbalances allows them to perform optimally and reduce their chance of injury by maximizing range of motion and decreasing muscular restrictions. Myofascial release techniques are incorporated into the massage session as needed. Separate sessions can be booked as well. These sessions should be used as maintenance every 4-8 weeks in most horses for maximum results.
Covered barn, concrete or solid floor, handler or cross ties.
Myofasical release is a gentle, slow, noninvasive approach that helps detect restrictions in the soft tissue of the horse that cannot be shown on x-rays, CT scans. MRI'S, or EMG'S. Being able to release these restrictions is beneficial because these restrictions in the fascia can effect the body alignment of the horse. Benefits include: increased blood flow, decrease in pain, increase in range of motion, prevention of injury, helps nerve function, and lastly, strengthens immune system. Myofascial release is included in the horse's massage if needed. Separate sessions can be booked as well. This modality is also great for sensitive horses that don't like a deeper massage.
Covered barn, concrete or solid floors, handler or cross ties.
LED therapy offers several benefits including: **Stimulates trigger and acupuncture points. **Helps relax muscles. **The LEDs at specific wavelengths are reported to increase circulation by increasing the formation of new capillaries. New capillaries speed up the healing process by carrying more oxygen as well as more nutrients needed for healing and they can also carry more waste products away. **Collagen is the most common protein found in the body and the essential protein used to repair damaged tissue and to replace old tissue. Studies cite that LEDs stimulate the production of collagen. It has been reported that by increasing collagen production, less scar tissue is formed at the damaged site. **LED therapy is reported to stimulate the release of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is the major carrier of energy to all cells and provides the chemical energy that drives the chemical reaction of the cell. Increases in ATP allow cells to use nutrients faster and get rid of waste products faster by increasing the energy level in the cell. **Increases lymphatic system activity. Edema has two basic components, liquid and protein. Research has shown that the lymph vessel diameter and the flow of the lymph system can be doubled with the use of light therapy. This means that both parts of the edema can be eliminated at a much faster rate to relieve swelling. Pricing: $ 50 for 30 minutes for 2 treatment areas. $15 for each additional area. $15 add on per area to any full bodywork session.
Covered barn, concrete floor, electric outlet.
For horses in heavy work, or with special therapeutic needs, package pricing for frequent clients (to be used on same horse).
Covered barn, concrete floor, cross ties or handler.
Set up a group exercise session at your barn, or location of your choice. Price is per person, with 4 person minimum required.
6o minute personal training session. Initial session includes goal setting and fitness assessment.