The following case studies describe horses, pre-massage evaluations, massage and findings. Owners agreed to have this information including images published to this website.
Horse Name/ Age |
Romeo, 11 |
Owner |
Linda |
Gender |
Mare Gelding Stud |
Color/breed |
Sorrel/Quarterhorse |
location |
CH, Wisconsin |
Date |
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HORSE HISTORY and Owner/handler states re precondition:: Romeo is used for very light trail riding. He is an easy keeper and tends to put on a bit too much weight on the pasture. The horse has a new 'dent' in the lower shoulder, possibly from a kick. He is slightly off in the front right leg and drags the left hind a bit. .
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| Right Side |
Left Side |
| Horses sensitivities/issues as described: |
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| Horses condition/sensitivities/issues found during massage: |
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MASSAGE NOTES |
(L=light, M=Medium, S=High) |
Atlas/Poll: light sensitivity in Atlas/Poll, responds nicely to massage
Neck: tense ligament along the crest of the neck in front of scapula, lightly stiff when bending
Shoulder: no unusual stiffness or sensitivity, but has 'packed' a lot of muscle in front of scapula
Whithers: no noticeable sensitivity
Front leg: cooperates nicely in stretching exercises, no unusual stiffness
Posterior Pectoral: no sensitivity
Back: Light sensitivity in the small of the back
Sacroiliac: no unusual sensitivity
Tail: relaxes tail nicely
Hind leg/hip: no unusual stiffness or sensitivities, cooperates nicely, drops hip
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Atlas/Poll: light sensitivity, responds nicely to massge
Neck: ligament along the crest of neck slightly tense in front of scapula, can be felt as a rigid string
Shoulder: light sensitivity in front of scapula, both lower and upper shoulder are tense, stiff and packed in front of the scapula
Withers: medium sensitivity around withers, especially behind the whithers towards back
Back: medium sensitivity alongside the back
Sacroiliac: no unusual sensitivity
Hind leg/hip: no unusual sensitivity or stiffness
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Summary: The horse is favoring the left front leg and as a result his shoulder is stiff and sore. The left hind leg is dragged a bit and the back on the left is also more sensitive than the right, including the withers on the left. The discomfort in shoulder and back on the left seems to be a compensatory secondary discomfort due to compensation for pain in front right/hind left.
Recommendation: Follow up with a massage within 2 weeks, possibly involve vet and/or equine chiropractor to investigate the lameness. Romeo is a tad on the heavy side and could benefit from more exercise.
Please Note: Equine Massage is NEVER a substitute for proper veterinary care. If in doubt about the physical condition of your horse, please consult your vet.
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