Southern Sage Osteopathy

12/02/2024

🎄 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 🎄

Please call or text to book an appointment.
📲 (403) 878-9334

11/06/2024

𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

After an osteopathic mobilization, I recommend to my clients that they give their horse between 48 and 72 hours of rest. This allows for the body to become accustomed to its new balance.

It is common for the horse to experience muscle soreness or fatigue after an appointment, therefore allowing the body to have adequate rest is essential.

The body will easily revert back to previous immobilities if there is not enough rest time after a mobilization. Hand walking and controlled movement is very beneficial during these few days after your horse has seen an osteopath. Allowing the body to use its own healing mechanisms is essential for long term improvement.

Remember… “Find it, fix it, and leave it alone”

11/01/2024

🍁 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 🍁

Please call or text to book an appointment.
📲 (403) 878-9334

10/29/2024

𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱, 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗩𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗿𝗸 🎧

I was privileged to join Noëlle Floyd on her podcast, Dear Horse World, and discuss all things Equine Osteopathy!

We answer questions that dive into the nitty gritty of Equine Osteopathy, little changes you can make as a horse owner, and so much more!

I would love to hear in the comments what you think of the episode and if there are more questions about Equine Osteopathy you would like answered!

Podcast Episode · Dear Horse World · S1, E5 Bonus · 1h 15m

10/25/2024

One of the main goals of an Osteopath is 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹.

Since the horse is a fight or flight animal, even pain and discomfort can cause this part of the nervous system to be excitated. Mickey is an example of a horse who is experiencing this.

By regaining mobility in areas that involve the sympathetic nerves, including groupings of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, as well as working on areas of the parasympathetic system which include the vagus nerve (occiput and atlas) and the sacrum, we are getting closer to re-establishing balance in the whole horse.

It is essential to have a proper balance between these two aspects of the autonomic nervous system for the horse to be in a healthy and optimal state.

10/15/2024

I may be biased, but this is an awesome podcast to listen to!

Dr. Connie Fancy joins Noëlle Floyd on the Dear Horse World Podcast to discuss Dr. Fancy’s whole horse approach to veterinary medicine.

I am very thankful to work with Dr. Fancy on so many cases, and her open mind with my many ideas as we try to find the root problem in horses.

Podcast Episode · Dear Horse World · 2024-10-15 · 1h 17m

10/08/2024

𝗣𝘂𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 🐾

Although Equine Osteopathy has been my main stay for a number of years, I am driven to learn about the anatomy of other species in order to help them as well!

In October 2023, I achieved my Canine Osteopathy Certification as a post graduate course, and I have been loving helping our smaller four legged companions! Our canine friends often have immobilities that hinder their movement, daily function, and overall behaviour. Whether they are a working dog with an injury or a family pet that needs some extra TLC, all dogs can benefit from Canine Osteopathy. 🖤

10/01/2024

🍂 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 🍂

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📲 (403) 878-9334

09/30/2024

A big congratulations to client and friend Lucy Streeter and her little war horse, Reysin Catolena (aka Buttons) on winning the Non Pro Derby Finals at the Calgary Stampede Cutting Horse Futurity!

Thank you for having Southern Sage Osteopathy as part of your team!

📸 Krystina Lynn Photography

09/03/2024

🪻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 🪻

*Updated - new date added*

Please call or text to book an appointment.
📲 (403) 878-9334

08/09/2024

𝘛𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 💜

08/01/2024

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙀𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙊𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙮?

It is a manual therapy for horses where the practitioner is restoring mobility throughout the entire body by addressing all systems that work together in order to achieve a homeostatic balance. Drawing from the body’s own reserves and utilizing its own healing mechanisms to maintain this balance. It is a practice involving finding the route problem; not simply addressing the symptoms. Bringing the body back to its purest form, and all systems in harmony with each other. 🖤

07/22/2024

The 2024 Worldwide Alliance of Equine Osteopaths (WAEO) annual conference in Olds, AB has come and gone! After a bit of time to decompress, I can reflect on the amazing few days! I am very thankful for my team and all of their hard work to put this amazing event on.

We were lucky enough to have a number of different speakers, with varying backgrounds; however, with one goal in mind. To remind ourselves to consider the whole horse, and the bodies tendency to point us as healers, to the route problem.

“We look at the body in health as meaning perfection and harmony, not in one part, but in the whole”- A.T Still

I am excited to take what I have learned from our honoured speakers into my practice, and continue to spread knowledge about Osteopathy!

“Find it, fix it, and leave it alone”- A.T Still

I am thrilled for the new WAEO Board Members
moving forward, and I encourage those interested in Equine Osteopathy to reach out and inquire!

07/10/2024

Can’t make it to the conference? No worries! We have you covered.

Join the waitlist to receive the FULL replay of all of the lectures from our 2024 conference in Alberta, Canada.

👉 Join the waitlist here: https://www.equineosteopathy.org/2024recordingswaitlist

Gain insights into the physiology, function, motion, and vitality of these vital organs, recognizing their interconnectedness with the broader context of the horse's well-being.

Explore the dynamic interplay of the body and the myriad factors influencing and shaping the intricate systems within. Join us in unraveling the complexity of equine health and well-being through a profound understanding of the visceral landscape.

For any questions please reach out to us via email at [email protected]

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07/07/2024

I have openings in the afternoon for Medicine Hat on July 23rd. If you would like to book please call or text!

06/18/2024

The count down is on! This will be an event you won’t want to miss! An educational experience for Equine Osteopaths, Veterinarians, Equine Bodyworkers/ Practitioners, Farriers, Equine Dentists, and of course Equine owners and enthusiasts!

Embark on a journey through the equine visceral landscape at WAEO’s Annual 2024 Conference!

Our experts will help you unravel the complexity of equine health and well-being. Don't miss it!

Secure your ticket today - space WILL be limited!
🎫 www.equineosteopathy.org/2024conference

Questions? Send our team an email at [email protected]

We can’t wait to see you!
–WAEO

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06/09/2024

I have openings for horses in Medicine Hat on Monday, June 10th and in Maple Creek on Tuesday, June 11th! Please call or text to get booked in!

05/16/2024

I have openings Wednesday May 22nd in Maple Creek and Friday May 24th in High River! If you would like your equine or canine partners to have a spring check up, please call or text ASAP!