What is Inflammation?
INFLAMMATION: FRIEND OR FOE? Study of the inflammatory process and the benefits of alternative therapies. Your horse comes in from the paddock limited in the movement of a limb. Upon […] [...]
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What is a Muscle Knot?
What is a Muscle “Knot” or Adhesion? Skeletal muscle, as its name implies, is the muscle attached to the skeleton. It is also called striated muscle. Skeletal muscle is made […] [...]
Saddle Authoritarian!
My saddle fits… doesn’t it? The world of saddle fitting is really beginning to change and this change is happening none too quickly in the opinions of the horses we […] [...]
Why Massage?
Massage therapy is a highly recognized method of healing. References to massage therapy can be found in medical resources dated nearly 4000 years ago. Hippocrates, known as the ‘Father of […] [...]
What is Acupressure?
Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers to press key points on the surface of the skin to stimulate the body’s natural self-curative abilities. When these points […] [...]
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) Explained
How does Craniosacral Therapy (CST) work? Craniosacral Therapy (CST) works by helping the body’s natural healing mechanisms dissipate the negative effects of stress on the central nervous system. This is […] [...]
Myofascial Release: An Introduction
Myofascial Release – An Introduction for the Patient Gary D. Keown, PT and Tim Juett, PT of South Umpqua Physical Therapy Services in Winston, Oregon have extensive experience in Physical […] [...]