Hoofs n' Woofs Animal Massage

Megan Claiborne is certified through Equissage as an Equine Sports Massage Therapist and a Canine Massage Therapist. Benefits of Massage for both Horses and Dogs include:

* Improved circulation and as a result, promotes more rapid healing of injuries
* Enhanced muscle tone and increased range of motion
* Massage eases muscle spasms
* Reduced inflammation and swelling in the joints so that pain is

relieved
* Relieves tension
* Stimulates circulation in the lymphatic system and hastens the elimination of waste products and other toxins
* Lengthens connective tissue and so breaks down/prevents the formation of adhesions and reduces the danger of fibrosis
* Generally improves the disposition of the animal If your animal is having problems with tying up, balance & coordination, lateral bending, girth discomfort, tracking evenly, forward impulsion or training problems; sports massage could be the answer. Behavioral and training problems, especially those that have not always been present, are often caused by pain or discomfort. Animals are unable to communicate their discomfort to us without acting out or resisting. Therefore, as animal owners, we must do our best to create a safe, comfortable environment for them. Sports massage can help to alleviate any discomfort and return the animal to a willing, working partner. Originally developed by the Russians, sports massage was designed to treat the cause of the discomfort, rather than the symptoms. It is a full body massage targeting tight spots and pressure points, which allows for an increase in blood flow and oxygen to the muscles. The full body massage is necessary, as it creates a balance within the body, allowing for free and natural movement. What are the benefits?
* Injury prevention
* Improved disposition
* Relieves tension
* Reduce muscle adhesion
* Enhance muscle tone
* Increased circulation and as a result, promotes more rapid healing of injuries
* Increased range of motion
* Eases muscle spasms
* Stimulates circulation in the lymphatic system and hastens the elimination of waste products and other toxins

Megan Claiborne's qualifications to help your 4 legged companion:

* Equine Sports Massage Therapist (ESMT)
Certification through Equissage, located in Roundhill, VA
* Canine Massage Therapist (CMT)
Certification through Equissage, located in Roundhill, VA

To schedule a full body massage for your horse or dog, please call Megan at (832) 877-6151 or e-mail at [email protected]


DISCLAIMER: SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPY IS NOT AN ALTERNATIVE TO VETERINARIAN MEDICINE, NOR DOES IT DIAGNOSE OR PRESCRIBE.