In equine acupuncture, acupressure and bodywork sessions, we look for and frequently witness so called “release responses” and processing from our horses showing us that the modality is working. Such signs and expressions are a nice indicator and a clear feedback you may get from the horse you are working on. Though in some cases …
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In Chinese, acupuncture points are referred to as “Shu Xue” which means ‘communicating holes’. Shu translates as transporting, distributing or communicating; and Xue means hole, outlet or depression. From a Traditional Chinese and metaphorical perspective, acupoints are like energy bundles on or near the body’s surface. As the name suggests, acupoints are often depressions which …
In a first step, a visual examination of the horse to be treated is undertaken, which is followed by a detailed anamnesis and inquiry of the owner / handler and further examinations. These include the palpation of the horse’s body, including diagnostic points and areas. Based on these observations and collected information, I prepare a …
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From practice I am currently working with an older Arabian gelding. I was called out primarily to treat his COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). He also has some age-related musculoskeletal problems. He is in light work and the main issue to be addressed primarily from the owner’s point of view was the COPD. Traditional Chinese …
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