Benefits of Massage and Trigger Point Therapy for Horses

If you are looking for a special technique to keep your horses feeling and performing the best, massage and trigger point therapy are effective treatments to enhance horse health. Massage and trigger point therapy for horses offers a range of benefits, both for their physical well-being and performance. Whether your horse is a competitor, our expert veterinarian team at Backstretch Veterinary Assoc. in Groveland Sherborn, MA, encourages you to consider the benefits of this worthwhile treatment.

Improves Circulation

Massage therapy will significantly improve blood circulation, sending more oxygen and nutrients to the muscles and cells. This method is a great way to recover after strenuous activities.

Reduces Muscle Tension

If your horse is a competitor or is accustomed to daily physical activity, massage, and trigger point therapy can focus on tight areas and release muscle tension.

Enhances Flexibility

Massage releases tense muscles and increases flexibility. These factors provide your horse with comfortable movement and reduce the risk of injury from overstretching or quick movements.

Speeds Injury Recovery

Massage and trigger point therapy focuses on injuries and improves healing circulation to specific areas, which helps reduce inflammation and faster tissue repair.

Reduces Stress and Anxiety

Horses can experience stress, especially in unfamiliar situations and competitions. Gentle massage feels great and releases feel-good hormones called endorphins. Endorphins are natural mood enhancers that reduce anxious and stressful feelings for your horse.

Enhances Performance

Horses that receive massage and trigger point therapy maintain optimal health and wellness, leading to feeling the best, especially during competitions.

Contact Us for Massage and Trigger Point Therapy

Our expert vet team at Backstretch Veterinary Associates in Groveland Sherborn, MA, offers compassionate and skilled horse care. We're a full-service equine vet, proud to serve Eastern Massachusetts. Contact us at (978) 891-5780 to learn how massage and trigger point therapy can improve your horses' health.