Massage is a Way to Relieve Your Horse's Soreness

October 1, 2025
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Massage is a Way to Relieve Your Horse's Soreness

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How do you feel and behave when you get out of bed in the morning with tight or painful back muscles? Chances are you move stiffly or tentatively and your range of motion is restricted. Until you get relief, you don't have your usual enthusiasm for normal tasks.

 

If you’re an equestrian, then chances are you’ve noticed the same behaviour in your horse time and again. The best way to remedy this is easy--massage!

 

In a recently published article entitled, “Massage Seen as a Way to Relieve Stress in Horses,” author and expert, Susan Thanepohn, writes:

 

“Animals have the same body makeup as we do. They are quadrupeds with four feet on the ground instead of two. We are all mammals. We all get aches, pains and have stressors in our lives,” adding that by allowing the time to relax, rewind and restore you can create balance, promote healing and help support the immune system for both yourself and your animal companions.

 

“In competitive horse arenas you see it frequently. Show horses are like great athletes who use massage therapy—it is the same thing. Massage can alleviate tension and stress, improve performance, range of motion and length of stride," she writes.

 

She said that owners who have horses in dressage or racing should consider massage. It is also beneficial for any horse.

Conclusion:

Massage therapy is not only beneficial for competitive horses but can also improve the well-being of any horse, helping them stay healthy and perform at their best. To manage your practice while offering these services, Noterro’s clinic management software can streamline scheduling and client management, ensuring a smooth experience for both you and your clients. 

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Nick Gabriele, Director, Noterro, has been leading the company to greater heights since May 2012. With his vision and 10+ years of expertise, Noterro has become a leading practice management software that offers users an innovative platform for storing notes, tracking appointments, and managing their practice.

Noterro was born out of the need to create a more efficient way to manage paper charts at Ontario College of Health and Technology, which Nick owned.

For nine years, he has performed Independent Medical Evaluations, which allowed him to sharpen his skills in assessing and providing solutions to various health-related issues. With a strong background in rehabilitation settings, including Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, and Massage Therapy, Nick has also garnered a wealth of experience in his field.

Furthermore, Nick has a knack for passion and proficiency in education that has also led him to work in private education for over 20 years. This invaluable experience has enabled him to develop a deeper understanding of how to deliver top-notch training and support to individuals and organizations alike.

In addition to his professional achievements, Nick is an active speaker and has participated in several webinars and podcasts on topics related to electronic record-keeping and practice management. He also has written a plethora of leadership articles on tech topics, including "Charting in the electronic age," "How to Leverage Practice Management Software." His work has been featured in top industry publications, such as Hamilton News. Nick’s insights also have been cited in notable Podcasts like Business Blueprint and Practiciology.

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Massage is a Way to Relieve Your Horse's Soreness

Published On:
September 7, 2017
Updated On:
October 1, 2025

How do you feel and behave when you get out of bed in the morning with tight or painful back muscles? Chances are you move stiffly or tentatively and your range of motion is restricted. Until you get relief, you don't have your usual enthusiasm for normal tasks.

 

If you’re an equestrian, then chances are you’ve noticed the same behaviour in your horse time and again. The best way to remedy this is easy--massage!

 

In a recently published article entitled, “Massage Seen as a Way to Relieve Stress in Horses,” author and expert, Susan Thanepohn, writes:

 

“Animals have the same body makeup as we do. They are quadrupeds with four feet on the ground instead of two. We are all mammals. We all get aches, pains and have stressors in our lives,” adding that by allowing the time to relax, rewind and restore you can create balance, promote healing and help support the immune system for both yourself and your animal companions.

 

“In competitive horse arenas you see it frequently. Show horses are like great athletes who use massage therapy—it is the same thing. Massage can alleviate tension and stress, improve performance, range of motion and length of stride," she writes.

 

She said that owners who have horses in dressage or racing should consider massage. It is also beneficial for any horse.

Conclusion:

Massage therapy is not only beneficial for competitive horses but can also improve the well-being of any horse, helping them stay healthy and perform at their best. To manage your practice while offering these services, Noterro’s clinic management software can streamline scheduling and client management, ensuring a smooth experience for both you and your clients. 

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How do you feel and behave when you get out of bed in the morning with tight or painful back muscles? Chances are you move stiffly or tentatively and your range of motion is restricted. Until you get relief, you don't have your usual enthusiasm for normal tasks.

 

If you’re an equestrian, then chances are you’ve noticed the same behaviour in your horse time and again. The best way to remedy this is easy--massage!

 

In a recently published article entitled, “Massage Seen as a Way to Relieve Stress in Horses,” author and expert, Susan Thanepohn, writes:

 

“Animals have the same body makeup as we do. They are quadrupeds with four feet on the ground instead of two. We are all mammals. We all get aches, pains and have stressors in our lives,” adding that by allowing the time to relax, rewind and restore you can create balance, promote healing and help support the immune system for both yourself and your animal companions.

 

“In competitive horse arenas you see it frequently. Show horses are like great athletes who use massage therapy—it is the same thing. Massage can alleviate tension and stress, improve performance, range of motion and length of stride," she writes.

 

She said that owners who have horses in dressage or racing should consider massage. It is also beneficial for any horse.

Conclusion:

Massage therapy is not only beneficial for competitive horses but can also improve the well-being of any horse, helping them stay healthy and perform at their best. To manage your practice while offering these services, Noterro’s clinic management software can streamline scheduling and client management, ensuring a smooth experience for both you and your clients. 

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