Sean Everson EquestAthletes

30/07/2025

12/03/2025

Thermals Imaging and acupuncture
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Take the guess work out of finding the sore spots on your horse,by using thermal imaging . Then treating them with acupuncture and red light therapy. Regular servicing in the area .

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03/03/2025

𝟱 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 to ensure that your horse is comfortable and has a healthy musculoskeletal system.

𝟭. 𝗕𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲!
Good posture and symmetry distributes forces evenly through the body and reduces the risk of injury. As soon as we sit on the horse, posture, balance and movement are affected and strain on joints and soft tissue structures increases. It is up to us to do everything we can to make sure our horses have the best possible posture.

𝟮. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀
Strong core muscles are important in protecting the back and body against injury, supporting good posture and improving expression and performance.

𝟯. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀
Strong balance and lateral stabiliser muscles are important in protecting the limbs against torsional injuries when turning, moving sideways and crossing uneven terrain.

𝟰. 𝗘𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆
Taking joints through a full range of movement on a regular basis will stimulate the associated joint surfaces, capsules, ligaments, tendons, fascia and muscles and stimulate the production of synovial fluid. This joint lubrication is vital for maintaining healthy joints.

𝟱. 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀
Good suppleness within the body is not just about the elasticity of muscles to allow for movement. All structures need to be healthy, mobile, well-lubricated and hydrated to allow a full range of movement. Suppleness and stretching exercises help to maintain range of movement and flexibility, and help to keep the horse injury free.

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23/02/2025

𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 control every aspect of movement - both internal and external. They form the largest tissue mass in the horse's body.

There are various types of muscles performing a wide variety of tasks all working in a similar way. Electrical impulses instruct the fibres to contract and shorten, then relax and lengthen.

There are 3 types of muscle:
𝟭. 𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 - This is an involuntary muscle which functions automatically. It surrounds and is found in all internal tissues and organs. Smooth muscle responds to stimuli from the autonomic nervous system. It is responsible for pushing food through the digestive system and for the physical control of the bladder and bowel. It is also found in the vascualr and reproductive systems.

𝟮. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗰 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 - A highly specialised, strong, thick muscle that is fatigue resistant. Beating around 100,000 times a day throughout the horse's lifetime. This muscle co-ordinates the propulsion of blood in and out of the heart.

𝟯. 𝗦𝗸𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 - There are over 700 different skeletal muscles in the horse. The brain sends a signal to the muscles via nerves which then convert chemical energy into movement.

The function of skeletal muscle is to:
🔵 Support the skeleton and create movement
🔵 Maintain joint stability and posture
🔵 Control range of movement
🔵 Protect the skeleton and internal organs from trauma
🔵 Contribute to thermoregulation by shivering

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21/01/2025

19/11/2024

Understanding the process of skeletal maturity in horses is crucial for appropriate management, training and care. Skeletal maturity refers to the point at which a horse’s bones have fully developed and growth plates have ossified. In this, the second part of our blog about young horses, we explor...

12/11/2024

Can MSM help my horses hooves? Methylsulfonylmethane or more commonly referred to as MSM, is a well-known supplement that has been used effectively on horses for

09/10/2024

Do you need aesthetically pleasing images of the equine skeleton?

Whether for learning, revision, or for teaching aids, this new Ebook I have created provides 3D, labelled images of the equine skeleton.

I have broken the skeleton down into different regions, the limbs, thorax, neck, skull and pelvic region and labelled the bones and main areas of interest..

Keep and use the images as a PDF for ever for £10..

https://equineeducationhub.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/equine-skeleton-ebook

28/06/2024

Kissing spines is a condition that affects the bony projections (spinous processes) that point upward from the main vertebrae. These spinous processes are normally spaced apart, but in some horses they can touch or overlap, causing pain and inflammation. Kissing spines is most common in the thoracic...

17/06/2024

Retraining an ex-racehorse requires a deep understanding of the horse's previous training, their unique anatomy and biomechanics.