Mac Equine Therapy

02/07/2025

☀️Grab a bargain only for the month of July☀️

For the month of July I will be offering a reduced rate for appointments for new clients . This will include your consultation appointment and any follow ups if needed..

Massage price will be €40 instead of €50 and 10% off any follow up appointment in July💰

🐎Competing is mentally taxing — massage calms the nervous system, reducing anxiety and allowing your horse to stay more relaxed and focused in the arena.

Promotes circulation and lymphatic drainage, helping flush out metabolic waste and reduce muscle soreness after exertion. Great for horses in back-to-back events or multi-day competitions.🏋️‍♀️

Regular massage helps identify tight spots, asymmetries, or strain early — before they turn into injuries. Keeps muscles balanced and joints moving freely, reducing the risk of pulls or strains.💪

Please dm me for any more information or availability😊

11/06/2025

💪Trapezius muscle💪
The trapezius might not be glamorous, but it’s essential!

Horses with tight shoulders or high head carriage often benefit from targeted release work here.

⚙️ Function:
• Elevates and rotates the scapula (shoulder blade)
• Assists with shoulder and forelimb movement
• Helps maintain head and neck posture
• Supports flexion and extension of the neck and forehand

🤕Signs of trapezius tension:
• Horse resists grooming or tacking near the withers
• Shortened front limb stride
• Difficulty bending or turning the neck
• Tight or twitchy reaction to touch along the upper neck and shoulder

⛑️The trapezius often carries tension from:
• Poor saddle fit
• Overuse or strain during riding or training
• Compensation for lameness or discomfort elsewhere
• Carrying the head high or hollowing the back

If your horse is experiencing these symptoms it may be time for a bodywork session! Don’t hesitate to get in touch for an appointment📩📩

30/04/2025

29/04/2025

☀️With the heat we are expecting over the next few days keeping your horse cool in hot weather is crucial for its health and performance. Here are effective ways to help your horse stay cool:

🌤️Provide Shade and Shelter

Ensure your horse has access to shaded areas (trees, shelters, stables).

🌤️Hydration is Key

Always offer fresh, cool water. Horses may drink more when it’s warm.

Add electrolytes to the water or feed if the horse is sweating heavily.

🌤️Adjust Workload and Timing

Exercise early in the morning or late in the evening when it’s cooler.

Reduce intensity and duration of workouts during extreme heat.

🌤️Cool-Down Techniques

Hose the horse down with cool (not ice-cold) water, focusing on large blood vessels—neck, chest, and legs.

🌤️Monitor Signs of Heat Stress

Look for excessive sweating, lethargy, rapid breathing, or stumbling.

Call a vet immediately if heatstroke is suspected.

☀️

23/04/2025

Is your horse on box rest? Or recently suffered an injury and has limited turnout during its healing process?🤕

Massage can be a great add on for your healing process..🏥

•Massage can be highly beneficial for a horse on box rest, helping to support both physical and mental well-being during limited movement.

•It promotes circulation, which helps prevent stiffness and muscle atrophy, and encourages lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling or fluid buildup.

•Massage also relieves muscle tension, eases compensatory strain from uneven weight-bearing, and provides a calming, stress-relieving effect that can help reduce boredom and anxiety.

•Overall, it’s a gentle, non-invasive way to support healing and maintain comfort during recovery.😷

21/04/2025

⁉️Why should I get my horse massaged⁉️

💆🏼‍♀️7 Reasons Your Horse Deserves a Massage💆🏼‍♀️

Because our equine athletes (and besties) deserve the very best.
1. Boosts Circulation🩸
Fresh blood flow = happy muscles + faster recovery.

2. Melts Away Muscle Tension 😬
Goodbye tight backs and stiff necks. Hello, smooth moves.

3. Enhances Performance🏇
A loose, relaxed horse = better movement, balance, and agility.

4. Prevents Injury🤕
Catch tight spots before they turn into setbacks.

5. Ultimate Chill Vibes🧘‍♀️
It’s not just physical — massage helps reduce stress and anxiety too.

6. Posture & Gait Glow-Up🌟
Feel good, move beautifully. Enough said.

7. Supports Healing❤️‍🩹
Recover stronger. Massage helps tired or compensating muscles bounce back.

A little luxury goes a long way. Limited availability — reserve now.✅

21/04/2025

14/11/2024

Eileen Costello is the winner of our hamper💓

Sorry for the delay 🙈🙈

But the winner for the Mac Equine Therapy hamper was finally picked today at random by Sarah herself 🩷

And the winner is.........

Eileen Costello.

Congratulations Eileen, and thanks to everyone who entered.
Keep an eye for more competitions on our page .

Don't forget to pop over to Sarah's page and give it a like.

12/08/2024

Hey guys, would love if you could all give my page a like and follow.
I am currently studying with Equied in Advanced Practitioner Equine Integrated Support Therapies. This course plays a vital role in maintaining the health of all horses. I work on horses at regular intervals to ensure their musculoskeletal system is healthy and maintained sufficiently for the work expected of them.

All horses will benefit whether they are a retired horse with aching joints and muscles, a leisure horse, a competition horse (eventing, showjumping, dressage, racing etc) or a horse in rehabilitation. Each horse would get a specific therapy approach to suit their individual needs.

I am based in North Kerry and cover all of Kerry at the moment.
If anyone has any questions don’t hesitate to message me and I’ll answer any questions😊