Franklin Equine Bodyworkz

09/01/2025

Something to keep in mind when planning your training session ……

12/12/2024

HEADING AWAY OVER SUMMER - NEED YOUR HORSES LOOKED AFTER?

Short term agistment offered $20 per day for a few days or $120 per week
- checked twice daily
- feed / hay if required (owner to supply)
- rugs changed
- equi fencing
- self filling troughs

SPECIAL - treat your equine friend to a bodywork session while on holiday by Franklin Equine Bodyworkz , (certified Equinology bodyworker) on site.

15/11/2024

Creating neck mobility through play. Making it fun allows for more movement and less brace

15/11/2024

Interesting first study on the use of balance pads with horses. It appears just 5 mins twice a day over a 4 week period can substantially improve the stability of your horses posture using the multifidus thoracis et lumborum that supports the thoracic and lumbar vertebrate.

Foam pads of varying levels of firmness are marketed to help improve equine balance, with veterinarians and owners reporting anecdotal success. Now, a scientific study on the use of balance pads has been published, and shows promising results.

12/11/2024

19/08/2024

Trained in the Equinology AUS and NZ approach which is a combination of sports massage, soft-tissue mobilisation, stretching, range of motion and positioning exercises, muscle activation techniques and focal point work. A comprehensive assessment is carried out prior to your initial body work session to establish a base line to compare ongoing changes from. Whether your horse is feeling
- not quite right
- tight in areas
- unbalanced
- or just needs some TLC

I can help. Message now to book a session.

04/07/2024

It’s a long slow process strengthening and stabilising our horses postural muscles. One simple way of beginning on the journey is by creating a neutral feeding stance. Bear has always grazed left fore forward, weighting it to the extent that his left hoof is more splayed. Today is the first time I’ve seen him eat from the ground standing square. The next stage of the journey is to vary his feed heights, including hay bags to encourage more stability and strength.

15/06/2024

Whether you have retired horses, pleasure hacks or competition horses the online course is an amazing tool to help them with their posture and balance. Highly recommend - I’m 2/3rd’s way through level 2 and have seen amazing changes with my horse

Animal Biomechanics Osteopathy Equine Anatomy Equine Biomechanics Equine Functional Posture Equine Mobility Horse Posture Horse Stretching Exercises Horse Strength

10/06/2024

This is an amazing view of how the back muscles move in the different gaits. It is easy to see from this why an incorrect saddle fit or even a slight unbalanced rider can effect this gait so much.

01/05/2024

I love when a horse communicates that I am hitting the right spot. It may be as simple as a myofascial release style hold to elicit relaxing responses from your horse.

The withers, the area of the spinal column that lies in between the shoulder blades and anatomically includes the T3 – T11 vertebrae. Their uniquely prominent (tall) spinous processes act as anchor points for the attachment of numerous elastic ligamentous and connective tissue structures that suspend the forelimbs and neck, bridge the back, as well as interlace the hindquarters into the fascial net of the body.

As such, the withers play a pivotal role in the biomechanics responsible for the fluidity of the horse’s movements, and thus any disturbances to the tissues in this region, even seemingly small ones, affect the horse’s way of going, athleticism and soundness.

Healthy withers are “full,” rounded, symmetrical, comfortable, and blend smoothly and evenly with the horse’s shoulders and neck.

We can help keep this area healthy by promoting good circulation and relieving tension with firm grooming, finger tip massage or even just laying your hands in the area for 2-3 mins.

21/03/2024

Started playing around with different feeding positions to aid postural stability and strength. Bear has always feed split leg with all his weight on his left fore, so much so it is half a size larger than his right fore. We are working towards a neutral feeding position to start where his eye is in line with his hip. As this is such a big change it is a gradual process. Bodywork session today showed his right hind was very tight from taking the weight it is not accustomed to but should doing in a balanced stance. It is also helping to lift his thoracic sling and smooth his topline at his withers.

11/03/2024

Looking forward to getting stuck into this course next month 🧐

OPEN TO ALL!
EQ900: Equine Anatomy Discovery Workshop (Clay and Hands-On)
https://equinologynz.com/product/eq900-anatomy-discovery-workshop-clay-hands-on/
April 22-28, 2024, National Equestrian Centre-Taupo 2950NZD
Instructor: Megan Kanz, MEEBW, BSc (Equine Studies)

Anyone interested in the easy way to learn equine anatomy should take this course! This unique, transformative experience in equine education comes to NZ every other year. We only need one more registrant to make this course move forward. Please register now with the deposit to commit to your spot.

Imagine a course where learning about equine anatomy is not just a theoretical exercise but a hands-on, interactive journey that will stay with you for a lifetime. If you're a horse massage therapist, artist, physiotherapist, vet, vet tech, farrier, hoof care specialist, trainer, horse owner, artist, or simply a horse lover, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss!

Why should you enroll in this exclusive Equine Anatomy Course in New Zealand?

Limited Time and Location: This course is a rare gem, offered only in a few locations. Seize the chance to be part of this extraordinary learning experience.

Unmatched Interactivity: Say goodbye to dull memorization! Equiken®, the unique model used in this course, turns the study of anatomy into a dynamic and engaging process. Visualize, build, associate, palpate, and store information in your brain effortlessly. You won't be a walking encyclopedia; you'll be a living, breathing expert.

For All Levels and Professions: Whether you're a seasoned equine professional or a passionate horse enthusiast, this course is designed for you. Enjoy lively discussions and shared experiences with professionals from various fields, such as hoof care specialists, osteopaths, myofascial release practitioners, craniosacral therapists, and other educators and bodyworkers, creating a diverse and enriching learning environment. Regardless of whether you're an Equinology graduate or not, this course serves as the missing link in your anatomy studies. Perfect for everyone!

Make Anatomy Fun Again: Anatomy doesn't have to be a chore. In this course, it becomes a thrilling adventure. Actively build muscles on Equiken® Learning System in clay, bringing anatomy to life. Experience, store, and recall information effortlessly, making the learning process enjoyable and effective.

Connect with Like-Minded Individuals: Engage in conversations, share experiences, and learn from others in the industry. The networking opportunities provided during the course can lead to valuable connections, collaborations, and a broader understanding of the equine world.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your knowledge, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and ignite your passion for equine anatomy. Join us in New Zealand, and let the lightbulbs of understanding illuminate your path in the world of equine wellness and care! Enroll now and be part of something truly special.

Tuition Includes the workbook, class supplies, and use of the model and tools during the course. If you decide you would like a model to take home after class, they are $1200USD. Call the office with your cc information at +1.707.377.4313 to make arrangements. We usually have someone by the phone from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm PT. You can also email us at [email protected] if you have further questions.

"You can look at pictures all day, you can look at photos, but nothing will cement your understanding of origin, insertion, and function like building the muscles on a 3D model. There is something about making them and attaching them to the skeleton that really deepens your grasp of anatomy. Working with the clay is so much fun! It's like being a kid again, but you get to keep your adult brain and learn something really important. We laughed … a lot. You don't need to be an artist or have any sculpting skills. All you need is curiosity and a desire for a fuller understanding of the equine body." — Tracy Kerby

Link to a video clip of the course: https://youtu.be/c8PDCiFu39Y