Everything Horses and Livestock® Magazine February 2018 Vol 3 Issue 1

Everything Horses and Livestock Magazine ®

side as far as they can and hold for a few seconds. This neck stretch increases the flexibility of neck and shoulder muscles, and enhances the energy flow. The back stretch helps build abdominal muscles and increases the flexibility of the back. Stronger abdominal muscles keep the horse’s top line in shape and allows for full dorsiflexion of the back. The horse will respond to stimulation of the reflex areas midline of horse’s abdomen between the forelegs. By using pressure with your fingertips, wiggle

them while you move down the midline to the navel and repeat 3 times. Most owners can perform these stretches safely. We teach these and other stretches to the horses owner if they are interested and can perform them safely. Check our next issue as we will discuss the secret life of muscle cells, the processes and benefits of Muscle Therapy. Jo Lene Thoele 785-418-4595 & Wendy Wiseman 913-594- 9625

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