Lucia White, C.E.M.T.

02/14/2024

Wałach fryzyjski Wolter, Stajnia Ostoja Chobienice

01/26/2024

Prevention and rehabilitation is always the way to go

Is kissing spine surgery a good idea? Or a last resort!?

Did you know that boney changes to the spinous processes are usually worse after surgery, but, as the nerves innervating the dorsal spinous processes are cut, the horses can’t feel their backs anymore!

This is why surgery is reported to becoming less and less recommended, as practitioners start to recognise the factors we can change to reduce the onset of clinical signs!

Marshal-Gibson et al. Stated..

“The majority (82%) of respondents reported some level of improvement in clinical signs of primary back pain with rehabilitation alone. To date, there has been no consensus or discussion about common abnormalities, diagnostic tests, treatments or management options for primary equine back pain in the United States. Results of this survey are a starting point showing current trends in diagnosis, treatment and management of primary equine back pain among equine practitioners in the United States showing 82% of practitioners using rehabilitation as a component of treatment.”

This doesn’t change the fact that for some horses surgery may be the best option. However, If we learn to recognise the common abnormalities and management issues that predispose to clinical kissing spine then we can both help to prevent and treat the disease non-invasively in many cases.

Dr Neidhart and I discussed in depth the many factors that are within our control that can help to prevent, treat, and rehabilitate kissing spine.. click the link below…

https://equineeducationhub.thinkific.com/courses/kissing-spines

Image credit CORE Equine Biomechanics

08/12/2023

Amazing

British Alex Larenty lives on an animal reserve in South Africa and spends his days giving massages to lions. One day, he discovered that every time he applied cream to a lion to cure an infection in his legs, the lion shudder and seemed to smile. Since then, he massages every lion in the park daily. Thanks to the cuddles, he created such a bond that just by seeing him come, lions lay down, start stretching their legs and smile. With love and respect, all relationships are possible!

More details/photos: https://bit.ly/43X8PhZ

10/23/2014

Love

10/23/2014

EASTWARD BOUND! Leading By Touch Equine Services is relocating back to Northern VA/DC/Maryland! Lots of changes coming soon. We'll keep you posted ;)

09/30/2013

Long time no see, everyone! Hope everyone across the world is doing lovely!
As many of you know, my background in the Eastern arts not only stems from massage, but originally from the martial arts. Greatly influencing my movement, in body work as well as kung fu, etc. has been found all around the globe. Simple as Phi!
No, not Pi ;) PHI!
Please like my new page encouraging movement and wellness at facebook.com/TouchedByPhi

Thank you very much!

Touched by Phi is inspired by kung fu alchemist Sifu Rob Moses. Mission: Work and HEAL with love! 🌀

06/15/2011

Welcome back, summer! Such an early return! We all really enjoyed that 110F+ heat index marathon you sported for your early return. Thank you for that, really!

01/10/2011

Preparing to come out from hibernation and see old faces back in Middleburg, VA! Get ready for Spring by taking advantage of Winter specials before show season starts! 20% OFF for new clients, and an additional 15% off for everyone through February!

06/03/2010

Show season is HERE!!! Impress the judges with your good mover! Call today!

12/26/2009

Another day, another acupressure guide... :)

12/13/2009

had an awesome session today! Still booking for promotional and holiday rates - act quickly!

11/28/2009

This is an excellent barrel racing horse named Calico Gypsy Bar, located in Central Florida.

Things to Note!!
Compared to Calico's "Before" video, the viewer may note both subtle and drastic differences in Calico's movement. He is now moving and walking much more smoothly and freely, turning more easily and with less reluctance, and one may especially note the marked difference in the way his hind legs step while backing up. His head and neck also demonstrate more liberty of movement in the natural walk.
All of these changes DO carry over into other movements and gaits, including the trot, canter, gallop, etc. The results of the kind of massage and bodywork Lucia does are not atypical, and this horse will benefit in performance and at liberty. This will positively impact this horse's willingness and attitude, enhance his performance competitively, as well as at practice or leisure, and will improve his comfort level in general.

Calico's caring owner noticed he was "off," in horseman's terms, and summoned the services of Lucia. Please view Leading by Touch - Session 1 - BEFORE - Calico Gypsy Bar video to see the Calico's movement prior to Lucia's first session with him and application of massage therapy and bodywork.

This was an excellent session with a fantastic horse. He is extremely healthy, in excellent shape, exceptionally well cared for, and certainly a force to be reckoned with in the barrel racing world in the near future. Look out, barrel racers - This mover now has the competitive edge

This video is being used with permission of the owner of this horse and is for demonstrative and educational purposes, and to provide evidence of the benefits of proper use of effective massage therapy and bodywork on equines.

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