Equine Conditions

Horse are subjected to varying levels of stress (physical/emotional) over the course of a lifetime, because of this they develop chronically contracted muscles. These muscular contractions become so deeply unconscious that eventually horses no longer have a freedom to their movement . This is what we term "Sensory Motor Amnesia" (SMA).

The effects of Sensory Motor Amnesia (SMA) happen gradually and are often mistaken for the signs of growing old. Horses habitually begin to hold themselves tightly in reaction to pain, injury or emotional stress. Your horse can no longer move about freely because strong reflex messages from its brain cause the muscles to be constantly contracted.

Because this event takes place in their central nervous system, we are not aware of it, yet it affects horses to their very core.
Everything about who they are, what they experience and what they can do, is profoundly diminished by SMA.

Here is a list of conditions that we believe “ Sensory Motor Amnesia” plays a role, which can be helped by Equine Hanna Somatic Education.

Conditions include:

arthritis
back pain
behaviour issues (such as biting, kicking)
muscular strains/stiffness
fatigue
fractures
lameness
laminitis
ligament injuries
tendon injuries
navicular syndrome
side bone
repetitive motion strain
postural related problems
flinching
mental issues (such as fear/anxiety)
separation issues
vices (head bobbing, cribbing, weaving)
or any similar conditions…

This list is set out as a guide for you. If you are unsure what condition your horse has, please feel free to contact us to see if we can help.

There are numerous benefits to Equine Hanna Somatics, as follows.

Benefits include:

reduced pain
release and reverse neuromuscular tension
muscles move more fluidly
easier walking
feet pick up more easily
longer stride
better co-ordination
improved posture/conformation
enhanced collection
expand breathing
reduced startle response
less flinching
increased speed/stamina
less recovery time
greater injury prevention
more responsive
increased bonding with owner/rider
new freedom of movement
greater oxygen supply
a happy horse