North Fork Rural Wellness

06/15/2024

Eureka area friends! I’ve had requests to come set up camp, let’s make it a date 🙂 if you’re interested and would like to know more, let’s chat! Or message me to get on the schedule. Stay cool out there friends!
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05/28/2024

Let's get set up for success this summer!
Whether it's ranching or rodeo, your horse will benefit from a little TLC.

**If you've already booked appointments this summer and would like to sign up for a package, we can count them towards your package deal.**

05/28/2024

Hello all! It's summer and things are getting busy!
There's been a little rebranding going on here and I would like to reintroduce myself.

My name is Darci Riggins and I live in Elko, Nevada. I've taken courses in equine massage therapy and PEMF therapy. I love to make your equine and canine companions feel their best.

Our horses and dogs are an important part of the rural communities here in Northern Nevada. We ask a lot of them from day to day in the ranching, rodeo and western ways of life. Why wouldn't we want them to feel their best?

PEMF and massage therapy are effective tools to keep your animals in top shape and promote healing from injuries or fatigue.

Reach out if you'd like to know more or schedule an appointment!

**Artwork by Garrett Donker**

12/20/2023

Shout out to my fellow procrastinators!! If you’re looking for a last minute gift or stocking stuffer, I can set you up with a North Fork Equine gift card ASAP!

PEMF, massage, red light or combination packages.

Send me a message or give me a call!

07/23/2023

Good morning!

I’m trying to put together a trip to Pine Valley/Eureka area either the 28th or 29th, would there be anyone else in the area who would like to have a horse worked on?

I have to be back in Elko by 3 on Friday so I’m more open the 29th and would prefer that day if that works for you!

02/22/2023

Few quick facts about PEMF!

09/29/2022

Tomorrow is the last day to enter for a free PEMF session! I will draw on Saturday October 1.
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Like the original post and tag in a post or story of what you and your trusty steed are up to this fall!
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09/20/2022

Don’t forget to enter the Fall is in the Air Giveaway!
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Winner will get one free PEMF session.
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Like the original post and tag in a post or story.
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I’ll draw October 1st.

09/14/2022

Fall is most definitely in the air!

These cooler days mean lots of work for those of us in the ranching community. Gathering, weaning, shipping, processing, preg testing, etc.

Like this post and snap a picture of what you and your mount are up to (doesn’t have to be ranching related) for a chance to win a free PEMF session for your hardworking equine!

If there are enough entries I’ll draw twice and second place will receive 50% off 😉

Be sure to tag so I see it and get your name down!

I will draw names on October 1st!

*must be within a reasonable distance from Elko 🙏🏼 I’ll make it work as best I can!! Thanks!!

09/12/2022

The good ones give us their all 💚💜💙

09/07/2022

PEMF can help:
🧲 detect areas of soreness or imbalance before it becomes an issue or injury
🧲 reduce inflammation
🧲 reduce soreness, stiffness and/or swelling from injury
🧲 improve overall wellness and recovery

08/26/2022

There are many benefits that can take place with regular PEMF therapy.

When healing is needed, the stimulation of cells from PEMF speeds the natural healing process.

Let’s chat about how this could benefit you and your animals! 💬

08/25/2022

I’ve been getting a lot of “What is PEMF?” and “How does that work?” lately so here is a little graphic I put together to share. More to follow!

08/24/2022

We recently loaded the horses, jumped in the truck and took off down the road to help some friends in the ranching community.

Clint and I have been focusing on other jobs/projects lately and our horses have had a few months off on summer grass. To jump on them and ask them to perform this task was probably not the best decision.

But life is not ideal! I don’t think our friends planned on branding 7-8 month old calves on a 97 degree day in August, but it had to get done.

Reason #92 why I love this machine and the benefits it offers. I know that if I have to push my horses in this season of life where I’m not able to keep them in shape, I can help them recover effectively and quickly.

P.S. the dogs love it too!

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08/21/2022

08/17/2022

Our horses work hard for us and I think sometimes we can forget that they get fatigued and sore just like we do.

That is what I love about PEMF and the many benefits that it provides. It is a non invasive, quick way to treat a variety of issues.

It’s extremely effective at:
⚡️Shortening recovery time
⚡️Reducing swelling
⚡️Eliminating soreness & muscle fatigue

If you would like to know more about benefits of PEMF and whether or not it is a practical solution for your horses, let’s chat! 💬



📸 credit: (I did edit, sorry 😜)

07/31/2022

Exciting! I announced a while back that I was purchasing a PEMF machine to offer with my massage services.

Today I finished my certification with the Association of PEMF Professionals as a general practitioner with a large animal specialty.

I really enjoyed this course and feel confident in my ability to use this machine to its full potential.

PEMF can do a lot of great things for a wide variety of ailments.

Let’s get together and see how PEMF can benefit your animal!

07/17/2022

Hello Winnemucca! I am looking at making another weekend trip August 5-7. Is there anyone who would be interested in those dates?

06/01/2022

Does PEMF replace massage therapy?

❌NO.

⚡️While PEMF is a quicker way to address tendon or ligament strains and promote rapid healing, it is not as effective for range of motion issues.

⭐️ Can they supplement each other? You bet!
⭐️Both modalities can help muscle fatigue and inflammation, while providing relief.
⭐️One thing massage therapy is great for is a “relaxation response”. When a horse licks its lips, yawns, or stretches during a massage session, they are most likely experiencing a release of endorphins. As blood flow is increased during kneading, this encourages the autonomic nervous system to stimulate the release of endorphins, like serotonin and dopamine. These are the body’s “feel good” chemicals.
⭐️Massage therapy is also a great preventative measure to keep your horse feeling well and fit. It can enhance performance and prevent problems by providing care and attention to areas that may be stressed or prone to injury.

They are both good, effective ways to keep your horse feeling and performing their best. I am very excited to use both methods to provide you and your horse with the most effective treatment options!

05/31/2022

How is this electric charge delivered?

There is a main unit that creates the charge and it is delivered through coils that are placed on the area that we want to focus on.

Like I said in the previous post, PEMF works to recharge and rejuvenate the cells, getting them back to optimal performance in as little as one treatment sometimes.

Did you know that PEMF can pe*****te up to 16 inches within the body? That means it is working on skin, muscle, nerves, organ and bone.

Benefits of PEMF include:
•Increased circulation
•Reduced muscle soreness
•Tendon/ligament repair
•Reduction of swelling
•Reduction of lactic acid buildup
•Improved symptoms of arthritis
•Reduced anxiety

Just to name a few!

The first picture is from in Mountain Home, Idaho. She’s been a PEMF practitioner for quite a while and will soon be a CESMT as well. If you’re in the Mountain Home/Bruneau area, better contact her for your equine wellness needs!

05/30/2022

PEMF

What is it??

PEMF stands for Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields. Each cell in the body holds a charge, like a battery. In order to maintain homeostasis and do their jobs well, cells need energy. Giving them a measurable electrical charge allows them to repair and function optimally. PEMF promotes the body’s natural abilities to optimize and balance bodily functions. It also works with the positively and negatively charged ions within the blood stream to increase blood flow, which in turn, supplies oxygen and nutrients to damaged areas. This improves healing, reduces inflammation and can lessen pain.

North Fork Equine Therapy will be able to provide these treatments soon!

05/23/2022

I have some availability left Saturday afternoon in Winnemucca on June 4!

If you would like some more information on services and pricing please feel free to reach out.

03/22/2022

I was told recently, “Taking sunshine and soil and turning it into prime rib and ice cream is not for the faint of heart.”
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For real. The farmers and ranchers of today are facing circumstances that we’ve never seen before. With mountains of information (true and not) at everyone’s fingertips and instant communication technology, it is a strange world we live in. With the cost of everything rising and no end in sight, it can be stressful and worrisome.
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But we will do what we do best. Grin and bear and prepare. One thing you can count on is farmers and ranchers across the world to put food on your table and clothes on your back. Happy !!

03/15/2022

Spring work is upon us! Calves are hitting the ground, we’ll soon be turning out and branding. Are your horses ready? It can be a chore to get your mount legged up and in good physical condition for the jobs ahead. Massage techniques can aid your horse in getting and staying in shape. If you would like to know more send me a message and let’s talk!

02/07/2022

Do you notice a hitch in your horse’s giddy up? Is there a twitch in his come along? Do you think he might just enjoy some tender, love and care? Send me a message and we can discuss the different benefits massage can have for your horse!

02/03/2022

Did you know that a horse has approximately 700 muscles?

There are three types of muscles: skeletal, smooth, and cardiac. These muscles can be further distinguished by the fibers they are composed of, Type I and Type II. Type II can then be further separated into Type II A and Type II B! All these types of muscles and muscle fibers are responsible for different things. Some muscles are built for endurance, some are designed for quick reactions. The ratio of types of muscles can vary between breeds, which might explain a small part in the difference in speed and athleticism of certain horses.

Regardless of the breed, these muscles are pretty important when you decide to chuck a saddle on their back, swing your rear end into it, and tell the crew, “Hustle! We’re burnin’ daylight!”

But no matter the discipline, English, Western, rodeo, pleasure or trails, your horse spends a lot of their life moving and engaged. Massage and red light therapy are helpful tools that can keep a working horse feeling and moving their best.



(visual aid from MNHA study materials)

01/26/2022

Do you know how red light therapy works?

Different types of red light have different effects on tissues within the body. Red and near infrared (600-1000 nm) have been shown to promote tissue repair.

The mechanism behind this process is the photons of light excite a certain molecule within the mitochondria (the “powerhouse” of the cell … come on high school bio!) which increases the production of adenosine triphosphate, or ATP, which is basically fuel for the cell. This can give damaged cells, that aren’t making enough ATP, the energy they need to repair cell components, restore homeostasis, reduce inflammation and essentially heal faster!

This also provides a temporary increase in circulation that brings more oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area.

The great thing about all this with red light is that it is non invasive and easily applied. A quick way to shorten healing time and improve performance!

01/25/2022

Did you know?!

There are many benefits to massage!

•Increases blood flow to muscles
•Improves circulation
•Releases natural pain relieving endorphins
•Enhances muscle tone
•Reduces inflammation
•Improves joint mobility, increasing range of motion
•Promotes healing

This horse had a lot of sensitivity in the crest of his neck, walking with an elevated headset. With some massage techniques he relaxed and released, returned to walking at a more normal headset.

I love seeing these kind of results, if you would like to know more about how massage could improve your horse’s mobility, send me a message!

01/24/2022

01/24/2022

Hello Facebook! Welcome to North Fork Equine Therapy page! I am Darci Riggins and I am certified in the Midwest Natural Healing for Animals, Amassage Method. I am here for your equine bodywork needs.

I’m local to Elko, Nevada. I’ve worked on ranches in the area for the last 8 years and now my husband and I have a place here to call ours.

I will be sharing more information in the coming days but please feel free to reach out and ask anything!