Massage & Manual Therapies -
Rates are $60-115
Human & Equine/Animal Bodywork
A
therapy session consists of a variety of techniques
depending on the clients needs and tolerance levels. The session
will typically consists of Swedish Massage, fascial and myofascial
release work, acupressure/trigger point work, deep tissue massage,
gymnastics and stretching as indicated.
Regardless of which therapeutic modality is used,
I try to listen to the client and observe how much can be tolerated. Animals in
particular will object to techniques that are too invasive. Some
discomfort cannot be avoided, but should always be minimized.
The initial session
may run longer than one hour because it is important to me
that the session is complete as possible. It requires obtaining
specific data related to medical history, behavioral issues,
performance ,tack fit, postural and gait assessment.
At the end of the session the
client will receive
a completed SOAP chart report that provides notes on the assessment and
therapy session as well as any follow up recommendations, such as
therapeutic exercises.
Postural & Gait Assessment of Horse & Rider
Imbalances in the horse are often
related to imbalances in the rider. Horse and rider team evaluations
are also available. The evaluation will generally be conducted as a
separate session.
Rates are $40
for 1/2 hour session or $60 (regular session) per hour & $115 (deep
tissue session)
Group discounts are available - please call for details.
Veterinary Referral
Please consult with your veterinarian first if your horse has any
serious health or soundness issues. Any bodywork may be
contraindicated in such cases. Only a veterinarian can diagnose
health issues.
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Other Services
Consultation Services
-
Saddle fit
-
Horse Care
- Movement analysis
Equine Communication & Behavioral Issues
Consultation services
are offered in person (preferred), via phone or e-mail. This service is
available at a billable rate of $40.00 for up to the first 30
minutes and $60.00 per hour thereafter (charged by additional minute).
I accept checks or money orders. Consultations are subject to
funds clearing the account.
Clinics
If you're looking for a practical workshop to host
at your training facility, association meeting, etc., to help
owners and horses to become better partners, please
contact me. My
mission is to facilitate positive and lasting changes in humans and
animals overall health while promoting true human-animal
partnerships by sharing what I have learned.
Clinic Outline
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Benefits of Massage
What you can DO
Evaluation &
Demonstration
Basic
Stretch-Release Exercise for Your Horse
Developing
Palpation Skills
Other in hand exercises that will help supple
your horse
Horse Listening - Improving
Your Communication Skills for a Better Partnership
- Body Language - How Horses
Communicate
- Learning to
Hear & Speak Their Language
- Understand
What Motivates the Horse
- The Power of
Intent
- Establishing a Positive Horse-Human
Partnership
- Partnering/Bonding
Exercises
Cost may vary
depending on location and travel distance. Please call or e-mail for availability
and cost -
(253) 576-8035 -
E-Mail
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Policies
Travel Costs
Farm call fees apply depending on travel distance at $0.65 per mile
roundtrip. The charge may be split between number of horses at a
destination who are scheduled for a session.
Working Together with Your Veterinarian
I recommend that
you consult with your veterinarian to rule out
possible contraindications prior to your horse receiving
bodywork. Only a medical
doctor can diagnose.
If in doubt, please contact your vet!
Rescheduling/Cancellations
To avoid a possible cancellation fee ($35), please contact
me as early as possible if you need to cancel or reschedule
an appointment.
Returned checks
A
Returned Check Charge of $30.00 will
be applied to any outstanding charges (per returned check)
None of the
services provided is in any way a substitute for human medical or
veterinary care. When in doubt,
contact your or your animal's primary healthcare provider.
