T-P Ranch Equine Massage

"Helping Hands For Your Horse"

Equine Massage Therapist, Gretchen Patterson

Gretchen massaging left rear leg

Palpating down through the gaskin muscle


Massaging left hindquarter
Working the dense muscles in the hindquarters.
Muscle spasms here can result in loss of rear impulsion.


Working on horse's ear
Lightly stroking the ears--
aids in relaxation, respiration and digestion.

Working facial area
Working the mouth and facial areas to release tension in Paint de Coup's head.


"Massage therapy is a useful preventative measure in performance horses. It provides relief to fatigued muscles, tendons and ligaments while helping to prevent further injury and damage."
John P. Nolan, Jr., DVM

For more Information or to schedule an appointment, contact:
T-P Ranch Equine Massage
G. L. Patterson
Marshall, Texas

Consultation, Evaluation & Massage Therapy Services available.
We make house calls in the northeast Texas area;
call or email for groups or to set up a massage clinic.



Other Equine Massage Links:
Equissage

Healthy, Happy Horses

Equine Massage Schools

Equine Massage List Photo Contest

Meadowsweet Acre Herbs for Horses

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Updated 03/03/2002