General Information
Specialities / Skills
Osteopathy is both a science and system of healing where the initial diagnosis identifies the tensions and restrictions requiring treatment. The healing treatment uses physical techniques to eliminate tension and body restrictions which then encourage both structural and physiological harmony. The improvement of bloodflow and the regulating of nerve supply is a direct result of the osteopaths manual treatment of joints, muscles and ligaments. By working on many different levels Osteopathy can improve general well being, through aiding body functions and in effect re-balancing the whole structure of the body.
Osteopathy is a very simple system of healing by the manipulation of bones especially the spine and also of muscles. It is a gentle manual treatment and the long term benefits mean that tissue that has a sufficient blood supply, nerve supply and lymphatic drainage will be healthy. These are essential elements of your horses well being and performance and without them poor health and disease will occur.
Qualifications / Affiliated Bodies / Regulated Bodies
General Osteopathic Council- BSc (Hons) Ost - Fully registered
Description
Working all over the UK and more recently in North America, Bruce has been an Osteopath in both equine and human fields for many years and has developed a unique way of working that gives dramatic results in a short space of time. He has grown a strong following in every area of equine competition, developing a reputation as a pragmatic, yet caring professional. Increasingly sought after by top sports men and women and their trainers, Bruce is committed to maximizing the potential of every horse that he treats.
Osteopathy is both a science and system of healing where the initial diagnosis identifies the tensions and restrictions requiring treatment. The healing treatment uses physical techniques to eliminate tension and body restrictions which then encourage both structural and physiological harmony. The improvement of bloodflow and the regulating of nerve supply is a direct result of the osteopaths manual treatment of joints, muscles and ligaments. By working on many different levels Osteopathy can improve general well being, through aiding body functions and in effect re-balancing the whole structure of the body.
Osteopathy is a very simple system of healing by the manipulation of bones especially the spine and also of muscles. It is a gentle manual treatment and the long term benefits mean that tissue that has a sufficient blood supply, nerve supply and lymphatic drainage will be healthy. These are essential elements of your horses well being and performance and without them poor health and disease will occur.
Treatment - Conditions that Equine Osteopaths can treat and subtle ways in which your horse will try to communicate his discomfort to you:-
- Reduced level of performance
- Problems with the horses gait – slow to warm up, resists work which may increase as session progresses. Inability to track up/short stride, goes better on one rein than other
- Reluctance to trot/canter on certain reins, loss of collection, cross-canter problems. Rushes downhill, pulls uphill, lacks concentration, shying
- Changes in Behaviour, bucking, bolting, rearing, refusing to jump, kicking. Objection to being saddled or girthed. Pinning the ears back. Unable to stand still or relax, hyposensivity to brushing, difficult to shoe and repetitive behaviour
- Diagnosed conditions, such as degenerative arthritis. Hind, front leg lameness
- Uneven muscle bulk, obvious sores, white hairs, friction rubs, temporary swelling or hard spots in the muscle or skin. Muscle imbalance, spasms, atrophy and stiffness in the older horse. Swishing the tail, holding the tail to one side
- Maintaining mobility in competition horses. Inability to bend, turning the head to one side more than the other
- Injuries resulting from falls, training, or other activities
- Stressful situations, due to horses conformation,various riding and training equipment, incorrect rider position. Shoeing
- Cold Back
- Head tossing and general problems with head carriage
- Sacroliac Lesion
- Tendon injury, or ligament overstrain
- Back disorder lameness
Further Information
| Years of experience |
15 |
| Locations |
Domestic and International |
| Prices |
Please contact directly for price details |
