Redman Ranch Equine Rehab & Fitness

Redman Ranch Equine Rehab & Fitness Do you have a horse that’s in pain but you’re not sure what to do for it? We CAN help!
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08/07/2025

🐎 I’ve said it many times — HORSES DO GET HEADACHES!!

And I’ll keep saying it, because too many still ignore the signs.

It is NOT normal if your horse hates to have ONE or BOTH ears touched 🚩
Let’s talk about WHY ⬇️

The general term head shyness refers to a horse that moves its head away when touched in certain areas — especially the ears, poll, face, or upper neck.

Yes, rough handling can create this behaviour. But I’m talking about the horses that give a clear pain response — and we MUST pay attention to the 🚩 red flags 🚩

Let’s break it down with some anatomy — including cranial nerves — and real-life examples:

🔺 If you have to take your bridle apart to get it on — this is NOT normal.
🚩 It’s a pain response! Likely involving the poll, the occipital bone, or surrounding soft tissues like the nuchal ligament and suboccipital muscles.

🔺 Soreness around C1 and the upper neck? 🚩
The atlas (C1) supports the skull and sits in close proximity to the brainstem — where cranial nerves originate. If there’s tension, compression, or trauma in this area, horses can experience headaches, vision changes, coordination issues, and hypersensitivity.

🔺 Ear shyness – Behind the ears lies a complex neural and muscular region. Structures here include:

CN VII (Facial Nerve) – controls facial expression; dysfunction can lead to twitching or hypersensitivity.

CN V (Trigeminal Nerve) – especially its mandibular and ophthalmic branches, which are often involved in facial pain and head-shyness.

CN VIII (Vestibulocochlear Nerve) – important for balance; tension near the inner ear can affect proprioception and make head movement uncomfortable.

🔺 Horse is poor to catch?
Many are not trying to be 'difficult’ — they’re avoiding the discomfort of the halter going on, which may stimulate the trigeminal nerve or cause tension in the TMJ area. 🚩

🔺 Can be brushed on one side but not the other? 🚩
Could be unilateral cranial nerve irritation, often stemming from fascial pulls, past trauma, or misalignment.

🔺 Foaming at the mouth under bit pressure? 🚩
This isn’t always “submission.” Bit pressure can impact:

the mandibular branch of CN V (trigeminal nerve)

the hypoglossal nerve (CN XII) — which controls tongue movement

the glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX) — associated with the throat and swallowing
All of these nerves can be compromised by poor dental balance, bitting, or cranial dysfunction.

Summary

Refusal to touch the ears, poll, or head is NOT just “bad behaviour.”
It’s communication.

Horses with myofascial pain, C1 restrictions, cranial nerve irritation, or TMJ dysfunction will naturally protect themselves — pulling away, raising the head, tensing the jaw, or shutting down altogether.

💡 Signs of stress you may see when touching the head area:

Elevated heart rate or subtle sweating

Holding the head unnaturally high

Tight nostrils or pinched expression

Squinting or avoiding eye contact

Rushing to the back of the stable when a rug is taken from the door almost in a panic

Don’t ignore these changes. Don’t write them off as “just being difficult.”
Think about pull-back injuries, rope accidents, or even long-standing bridle or bit pressure. These can have lasting effects on the cranial nerves, cervical vertebrae, fascia, and overall comfort.

Not to forget the cranial sacral connections, got a a horse with SI joint issues ? Could be related all the way to the skull!

🧠 Pain is real.
🐴 Headaches are real.
🎯 And your horse is telling you — are you listening?

Reposting because it’s THAT important.
Let’s do better for them.

07/31/2025

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🚨 FOR SALE: Hudson AquaPacer Underwater Treadmill System 🚨🏇 Ideal for Equine Rehab, Conditioning, and Performance 🏇Redma...
07/30/2025

🚨 FOR SALE: Hudson AquaPacer Underwater Treadmill System 🚨

🏇 Ideal for Equine Rehab, Conditioning, and Performance 🏇

Redman Ranch is offering our Hudson AquaPacer underwater treadmill for sale — a top-tier unit for any facility looking to enhance their equine rehab or conditioning program.

✅ Details:
• Manufactured by Hudson Aquatic Systems — trusted name in equine hydrotherapy
• Only 2.5 years old and in excellent working condition
• Fully enclosed treadmill chamber with viewing windows on all four sides
• Trainer’s platforms on both sides for safe, hands-on access and monitoring
• Adjustable water levels and variable speed controls
• Built-in safety features and commercial-grade construction
• Unit is ready to go and available for immediate sale
• Recently used with current clients and well maintained
• Proven effective for muscle development, joint mobility, topline strength, and low-impact rehab or conditioning
• Multiple videos and pictures available upon request
• Sold as-is, with no warranty
• Comes with owner’s manual provided on a thumb drive

💰 Asking Price: $100,000

📍 Located in Wayne, Oklahoma
🚚 Delivery and setup is at buyer’s expense
📸 Specifics included in photos

📩 Message us or call 405-625-5834 for more info, media, or to schedule a viewing!

07/24/2025
07/10/2025
07/02/2025

🚨 FOR SALE: Hudson AquaPacer Underwater Treadmill System 🚨

🏇 Ideal for Equine Rehab, Conditioning, and Performance 🏇

Redman Ranch is offering our Hudson AquaPacer underwater treadmill for sale — a top-tier unit for any facility looking to enhance their equine rehab or conditioning program.
✅ Details:
• Manufactured by Hudson Aquatic Systems — trusted name in equine hydrotherapy
• Only 2.5 years old and in excellent working condition
• Fully enclosed treadmill chamber with viewing windows on all four sides
• Trainer’s platforms on both sides for safe, hands-on access and monitoring
• Adjustable water levels and variable speed controls
• Built-in safety features and commercial-grade construction
• Unit is ready to go and available for immediate sale
• Recently used with current clients and well maintained
• Proven effective for muscle development, joint mobility, topline strength, and low-impact rehab or conditioning
• Multiple videos and pictures available upon request
• Sold as-is, with no warranty
• Comes with owner’s manual provided on a thumb drive

💰 Asking Price: $100,000📍

Located in Wayne, Oklahoma

🚚 Delivery and setup is at buyer’s expense
📸 Specifics included in photo

📩 Message us or call 405-625-5834 for more info, media, or to schedule a viewing!

07/02/2025

💥Redman Ranch Boarding 💥Conveniently located between Purcell and Wayne, OK in the heart of horse country!

➡️Open 24/7/365, owners live on the property and active in all care.
➡️24/7 Security monitoring with video cameras.
➡️We offer full, self or partial care boarding.
➡️Large 12x12 stalls, 12x20 stalls with small run, Large runs with shelter and pasture available.
➡️We offer a wide variety of services to all disciplines.
➡️Hot walker and round pen available for use.
➡️large outdoor arena included for use with boarding fees
➡️close access to indoor arena at Purcell, OK expo center(seperate fees apply)
➡️Wash stall with cold and hot water available year round in the barn.
➡️Trailer parking included with boarding fees.
➡️Rehab services available for extra expense
➡️Farrier services every 4-6weeks at owner’s expense

Redmanranch.net
(405)625-5834

Address

15735 Cotton Gin Avenue
Wayne, OK
73095

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14056255834

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