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Connecticut Equine Massage
Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is Whole Body Sports Massage? Equine whole body sports massage is a hands-on treatment to the muscular system
of the horse that reduces muscle pain, and other symptoms associated with muscle dysfunction.
2) Why should I consider this therapy for my horse? WBSM increases circulation; improves healing time of wounds and
injuries; promotes the flow of nutrients to muscles thus eliminating waste and toxins; increases range of motion; increases the
production of synovial fluid which is the essential fluid surrounding the joints and helps to maintain an overall healthy,
invigorated horse
3) What kind of training do your massage therapists have? In addition to being certified from the leading WBSM training
facility in the USA, Equissage, we also participate in several continuing educational programs each year centered around the
enhancement of our massage therapy skills as they relate to all facets of horse health. We have over 100 hours of equine
related continuing education to date.
4) Are you insured? Yes, we carry full liability insurance on all of our therapists.
5) How do I go about scheduling an appointment? You may contact us directly by going to our Contact Us page, or you may
call us at the tel#s listed on that page.
6) Can you perform massage on my sick or injured horse? It depends on the horse and the injury or illness. In most cases, we
ask that your equine vet weigh into the issue and give us clearance to massage.
7) Do I have to be there when my horse receives a massage? No, however, it is helpful if you are. Not only will your horse be
more comfortable with you there, most owners enjoy watching the process and seeing the reactions from their horse. Also, we
can talk about issues we find, when we find them, instead of waiting until after the fact.
8) Is there anything I should do in preparation of the massage? Yes, your horse should be dry when the therapist arrives;you
should have a bucket of water and a flake of hay readily available and decide beforehand where in your barn, your horse would
be most comfortable.
9)Is there a particular area of the barn we should be in? Yes, try to find a quiet area where there is not a lot of activity; that
way your horse will be able to relax and enjoy the massage.
10) Is there a good or bad time to have massage performed on my horse? We encourage owners not to schedule an
appointment around feeding time. Your horse will be too distracted and may make it difficult for the therapist to perform the
massage.
11) How long is the appointment? The first massage appointment usually runs about 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours. Thereafter it
usually runs about 1 hour.
12) What happens during the appointment? We begin by filling in a detailed questionnaire on your horse, including age,
infirmities, nature, your observations, behavior issues etc. We then perform a quick evaluation over the entire body and then
immediately begin the massage sequence. We may ask you to walk and/or trot your horse in hand prior to the massage to
evaluate any gait problems, lameness etc. We may also want to take a look at your tack, in the event your horse has a sore
back or sensitive girth area. We will stop half way through the massage to take notes of our findings. Once the massage has
been completed, we will ask you to walk/trot your horse briskly (in hand) again and then discuss our findings and offer
suggestions for follow on treatments, exercise etc. We usually leave our clients with simple massage and exercise techniques
that may help with the issues we found.
13) Can I ride my horse after the massage? Yes and/or before massage.
14) What does a whole body massage cost? The cost depends on where you are located. Fees within Connecticut usually run
between $70.00 and $100.00 per visit. Out of state clients are charged through private treaty. We also offer group discounts
should you have multiple horses at one location.
15) Can I get the same massage therapist should I make follow-up appointments? Yes, just request the therapist you would
like and we will schedule them.
16) If I have to cancel an appointment, what should I do? Just give us a call as early as you possibly can before massage day.
17) Can I safely massage my own horse? Yes. We offer massage clinics specifically designed to teach the horse owner basic
massage techniques. Please visit our Calendar page to see our upcoming clinic schedule.
of the horse that reduces muscle pain, and other symptoms associated with muscle dysfunction.
2) Why should I consider this therapy for my horse? WBSM increases circulation; improves healing time of wounds and
injuries; promotes the flow of nutrients to muscles thus eliminating waste and toxins; increases range of motion; increases the
production of synovial fluid which is the essential fluid surrounding the joints and helps to maintain an overall healthy,
invigorated horse
3) What kind of training do your massage therapists have? In addition to being certified from the leading WBSM training
facility in the USA, Equissage, we also participate in several continuing educational programs each year centered around the
enhancement of our massage therapy skills as they relate to all facets of horse health. We have over 100 hours of equine
related continuing education to date.
4) Are you insured? Yes, we carry full liability insurance on all of our therapists.
5) How do I go about scheduling an appointment? You may contact us directly by going to our Contact Us page, or you may
call us at the tel#s listed on that page.
6) Can you perform massage on my sick or injured horse? It depends on the horse and the injury or illness. In most cases, we
ask that your equine vet weigh into the issue and give us clearance to massage.
7) Do I have to be there when my horse receives a massage? No, however, it is helpful if you are. Not only will your horse be
more comfortable with you there, most owners enjoy watching the process and seeing the reactions from their horse. Also, we
can talk about issues we find, when we find them, instead of waiting until after the fact.
8) Is there anything I should do in preparation of the massage? Yes, your horse should be dry when the therapist arrives;you
should have a bucket of water and a flake of hay readily available and decide beforehand where in your barn, your horse would
be most comfortable.
9)Is there a particular area of the barn we should be in? Yes, try to find a quiet area where there is not a lot of activity; that
way your horse will be able to relax and enjoy the massage.
10) Is there a good or bad time to have massage performed on my horse? We encourage owners not to schedule an
appointment around feeding time. Your horse will be too distracted and may make it difficult for the therapist to perform the
massage.
11) How long is the appointment? The first massage appointment usually runs about 1 1/2 hours to 2 hours. Thereafter it
usually runs about 1 hour.
12) What happens during the appointment? We begin by filling in a detailed questionnaire on your horse, including age,
infirmities, nature, your observations, behavior issues etc. We then perform a quick evaluation over the entire body and then
immediately begin the massage sequence. We may ask you to walk and/or trot your horse in hand prior to the massage to
evaluate any gait problems, lameness etc. We may also want to take a look at your tack, in the event your horse has a sore
back or sensitive girth area. We will stop half way through the massage to take notes of our findings. Once the massage has
been completed, we will ask you to walk/trot your horse briskly (in hand) again and then discuss our findings and offer
suggestions for follow on treatments, exercise etc. We usually leave our clients with simple massage and exercise techniques
that may help with the issues we found.
13) Can I ride my horse after the massage? Yes and/or before massage.
14) What does a whole body massage cost? The cost depends on where you are located. Fees within Connecticut usually run
between $70.00 and $100.00 per visit. Out of state clients are charged through private treaty. We also offer group discounts
should you have multiple horses at one location.
15) Can I get the same massage therapist should I make follow-up appointments? Yes, just request the therapist you would
like and we will schedule them.
16) If I have to cancel an appointment, what should I do? Just give us a call as early as you possibly can before massage day.
17) Can I safely massage my own horse? Yes. We offer massage clinics specifically designed to teach the horse owner basic
massage techniques. Please visit our Calendar page to see our upcoming clinic schedule.
1) What is Whole Body Equine Massage?
2) Why should I consider this therapy for my horse?
3) What kind of training do your massage therapists have?
4) Are you insured?
5) How do I go about scheduling an appointment?
6) Can you perform massage on my sick or injured horse
7) Do I have to be there when my horse receives a massage?
8) Is there anything I should do in preparation of the massage?
9) Is there a particular area of the barn we should be in?
10) Is there a good or bad time to have massage performed on my horse?
11) How long is the appointment?
12) What happens during the appointment?
13) Can I ride my horse after the massage?
14) What does a whole body massage cost?
15) Can I get the same massage therapist should I make follow-up appointments?
16) If I have to cancel an appointment, what should I do?
17) Can I safely massage my own horse?
Have other questions? Feel free to contact us using our easy to-fill-in CONTACT US form.
2) Why should I consider this therapy for my horse?
3) What kind of training do your massage therapists have?
4) Are you insured?
5) How do I go about scheduling an appointment?
6) Can you perform massage on my sick or injured horse
7) Do I have to be there when my horse receives a massage?
8) Is there anything I should do in preparation of the massage?
9) Is there a particular area of the barn we should be in?
10) Is there a good or bad time to have massage performed on my horse?
11) How long is the appointment?
12) What happens during the appointment?
13) Can I ride my horse after the massage?
14) What does a whole body massage cost?
15) Can I get the same massage therapist should I make follow-up appointments?
16) If I have to cancel an appointment, what should I do?
17) Can I safely massage my own horse?
Have other questions? Feel free to contact us using our easy to-fill-in CONTACT US form.
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