Physical Therapy and Massage for the Horse

This is an expanded and updated edition of a bestselling book. The author, a world leader in equine anatomy and imaging, and a horse physiotherapist of international repute, provides a unique blend of basic biomechanics and practical physical therapeutic techniques, to relieve pain and improve performance, particularly in the sporting horse.

The new edition has been restructured with a new chapter on mobiliisation and stretching, along with 61 new illustrations.

This highly original book will be of interest to all those involved in equine welfare including veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, horse owners, riders and trainers.

Table of Contents:

Part One - Physiological and biomechanical concepts: Concepts of neuromuscular physiology; Anatomy and basic biomechanical concepts. Part Two - The athletic horse: General observations concerning the young horse; Communication and relaxation; Directing work for the horse. Part Three - Pysiotheraputic techniques: Massage; Mobilization and stretching; Use of machines in physiotherapy. Part Four - Physiotheraputic treatment of simple lesions. Part Five: Physiotheraputic treatement appropriate to each anatomical region.