Applied kinesiology for horses
Four cases of subtle neuromuscular weakness in horses and how to asses and correct them using kinesiology. Subtle neuromuscular weakness is common in horses. It…
Category: Horses
A well-fitting saddle connects horse and rider
“A prerequisite for harmony between horse and rider is the pairing of a healthy, mature horse with a practiced, empathetic, sensitive, and well-trained rider. The…
Tui-Na: Chinese medical massage
This modality uses massage manipulations to stimulate acupressure points or surface regions of the body, restoring physiological balance and promoting circulation. The earliest documentation of…
Herbs offer safe, effective pain management
An herbal approach to pain can address the causes of discomfort, has few to no side effects, and can be used over a long period.…
Alternative pain control for surgeries and injuries
From laser and ozone therapy to herbs, acupuncture and chiropractic, there are many ways to help patients with pain arising from surgery and injury. No…
Essential oils in behavior training
A growing number of dog owners are reluctant to use behavior medications on their dogs because of the time involved in figuring out the right…
Promoting healing with prolotherapy
Prolotherapy is a longstanding medical technique that treats pain by stimulating the body to repair damaged and loose ligaments. Prolotherapy is not a new method…
Evidence-based Chinese herbal therapy for equines
There is a long and vibrant history behind the tradition of using Chinese herbal therapy and therapy modalities in equine medicine. The use of traditional…
Heavy metal toxicity and chronic renal failure in horses
Exposure to heavy metals such as lead, at any stage of a horse’s life, can result in longstanding kidney issues and even chronic renal failure.…
Colostrum – it offers more than passive immunity
Research has shown that colostrum has many health benefits, and its use in companion animals can lead to an increase in their bioactive compounds. Colostrum…
Homeopathy for cancer: gentle approach to a cure
Every patient has a unique medical history and may benefit from homeopathy or an allopathic treatment, as opposed to chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. Cancer is…
Using osteopathy to diagnose and correct a displaced ovary in the “grumpy” mare
A displaced ovary, and the pain from ovarian dysfunction can be addressed through osteopathic treatments to the autonomic nervous and cranio-sacral systems. Osteopathy is a…
