Rider & Holistic Massage Therapy
Therapeutic, Remedial & Rider Massage - A Positive Step To A Healthier Happy Life
As a qualified equine & human therapist Claire understands the importance of treating both horse & rider, the importance of addressing both aspects of the partnership is crucial to optimal performance of both athletes. 
When there is an imbalance found in either horse or rider, it more often than not correlates with an imbalance in the other. Therefore the importance of rider assessment both on the ground and in saddle is essential to complete the overall picture & instigate a suitable training regime for both athletes.
Massage is the manipulation of the soft tissues of the body in order to promote health and well-being, optimal performance, aid recovery from injury, assist in fitness and training or just for a treat and some relaxation.
EQ~WISE MASSAGE RIDER THERAPY
Claire M Galer
BSc (Hons) ITEC Dip Eq. MESMA. ITEC Dip Hu. MIGPP.
Would you like to ride with greater ease, improve your seat, posture, fitness & performance & work in closer harmony with your horse? …….. If the answer is yes, then EQ~WISE rider massage is just what you need!
Some horse owners, especially those who compete in demanding sports, regard equine massage as an essential component of their conditioning program. As far as conditioning the athlete with sports massage, it’s great for both “horse & rider”. It is quite incredible what you can do when working with both horse & rider, with regard to their athletic performance. Enter the dual certified massage therapist, qualified to soothe aching equine & human muscles alike!
Therapeutic, hands-on massage has long been recognised for its ability to increase circulation, relax muscle spasm, relieve tension, enhance muscle tone & increase range of motion….. to list but a few of the benefits. EQ~WISE Rider massage has been developed for the athletic competitor & considers anything less than maximum performance to be a problem. Specifically the science is based on the idea that:
1 ~ Prevention is better than correction 2 ~ Treat the cause & not just the symptomsEQ~WISE Rider massage is effective because it; releases spasm, increases blood supply to the tissues & assists the bodies natural healing mechanisms to break up knotted muscle fibres. This therapy, aimed at riders is highly recommended. Rider’s bodies are also under stress, & massage therapy for both horse & rider makes a well rounded team. Riders develop muscle tension & stress for a number of reasons, ranging from overuse of a muscle or muscle group to trauma or injury.
EQ~WISE Rider massage is a therapeutic method intended to support & enhance performance. The therapist has studied anatomy, physiology & muscle structure and how to relax and tone constricted or tense muscles. They can locate muscle groups, know where & how to access the deeper muscles, can probe for tightness & is experience with the techniques used to influence soft tissue structures.
EQ~WISE Rider Massage Is Aimed At:
- Encouraging strong, flexible muscles that aid rider stability & coordination.
- Increasing range of movement of joints.
- Helping with flexibility of the pelvis & hips to allow the rider to maintain a deep seat.
- Improving muscle suppleness.
- Improving shoulder flexibility.
- Improving rider balance.
- Improving muscle strength.
- Increasing fitness & performance of both horse and rider.
EQ~WISE Horse & Rider Analysis
Assessment & treatment of the horse & rider as a whole can be an enormous benefit. Many problems encountered in either the horse or the rider can be directly attributed to each other. For example: An imbalance in the rider could be the result of, or the cause of muscle fatigue or damage in the horse. Rider massage helps to address weaknesses before they become an established problem & to treat them accordingly. A full assessment of both horse & rider, both static & in motion is essential. Followed by a ridden assessment. This evaluation of how the horse & rider work together is used to determine the appropriate treatment for both, to increase freedom of movement & overall performance as a team.
The horse & rider analysis is aimed to improve seat, posture, fitness & performance. Specific fitness tips are advised to improve performance & overall competitive results. Warm up for riders is essential, working through some simple warm up exercises and moves prior to mounting will even out asymmetries, improve the riders “feel & contact” keeping them soft & supple, working with the horse.
In conclusion rider massage is a growing therapy aimed at increasing balance in the saddle, enhancing flexibility & centre of gravity awareness. The rider becomes more in tune with the horse, rides with greater ease, improved seat, posture, fitness & performance.
EQ~WISE Rider Massage is here to ensure that the human’s needs are met as well!
For more information on rider & clinical assessments, massage treatments & rehabilitation for riders with shoulder problems, back pain, sports injury’s, equestrian injuries & neck pain.
Contact EQ~WISE Massage: Tel - 07947 655042
Benefits Of Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy can assist in:Muscle & Joint Pain ~ Sports Injuries ~ Sore, Stressed, Tight, Strained, Aching Muscles ~ Increase & Improve Circulation, Lymphatic Returns & General Well-Being ~ Release Muscle Spasm, Imbalances & Uneven Development ~ Soft Tissue Injuries ~ Increase Range of Movement ~ Remove Toxins & Waste Products ~ Cleanses & Improves Muscle Function & Tone ~ Assists in Weight Loss Program, Aids Reduction of Cellulite ~ Improves Sleep Patterns & Relaxation of Mind, Body & Soul.
Treatments Available
- Head Massage
- Back Massage
- Full Body Treatments
- Individually Tailored Treatments
- Rider Assessment
- Rider Massage, Training & Fitness
Prices Range From £25 - £50 For Any One Treatment
Mobile Service Available
Group healthy Option Days ~ Therapy Programs
On-Site Office / Work Massage