HOMEWORK & STRETCHES
To ensure the optimum results from your horses' treatment a bit of homework is recommended. This can easily become a fun part of your horse's routine...
My horse loves it and now anticipates all the stretches so she can get her carrots quicker!
BENEFITS OF STRETCHING
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Increased circulation and relaxation
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Reduces post exercise soreness, stiffness and muscle fatigue
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Helps improve flexibility and range of motion; therefore allowing your horse to perform their best.
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Helps prevent injury by strengthening supportive tissue and prevent muscle tightness and tendon shortening
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Aids bond between horse and rider
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Can aid injury rehabilitation
STRETCHING EXERCISES
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Between the front legs.
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Lateral stretches to the sides as far as they can reach at elbow and knee height.
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As high as you can reach in front of them.
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Leg stretches
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Tail stretches
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Pelvic tilts
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Belly lifts
These will be shown to you after treatment.