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25.01.2022 Dear clients, So I’m finally back doing SOME horses again, post appendix operation. However, I am still operating at a reduced capacity due to the brain stem dysfunction from last years injury. I am still seeing professionals about my health to try and improve my cognitive function, balance, speech, vision etc and thus my ability to increase my work load. Thus far, my aim has been to get through the clients who have been cancelled or postponed several times. To them - thank... you for your patience and loyalty, I have held spots for you during March and into early April. I should then, sometime in April, begin getting through the normal week to week bookings. So that means if you contact me now I would only be able to find you a spot in approx a months time. Spots are limited each week due to my health recovery, that means I can’t do huge unrealistic volumes of work so appointments fill up fast. There will still be days where I wake up and can’t go to work due to my head injury symptoms and while I hope these days are infrequent they are likely to occur. So I still ask for your patience and understanding like you have all shown thus far. Also you will find me a little more ‘strict’ re my working conditions. Things like loose horses not being around horses I am treating. Dogs not being under horses hooves. People catching their own horses and having them ready. Shade please on those extremely hot days !!! Referring horses on that are clearly not coping with procedures. These business protocols I have been lenient on many a time but are critical to yours, mine and the horses overall safety and also to the quality of care or session outcomes. Looking forward to see all your ponies in due time. Kind regards Bianca - Angold Equine Enterprises

24.01.2022 Rehabilitation is a process Each steps must be addressed in order to be able to fully recover local (injury site) and global (whole body) function. All too o...ften one jumps from removing pain to strengthening, often missing out step two - the critical correction of tissue tone, and step three - the careful activation of nerve pathways and correct muscle recruitment pattern within movements. Step 1 is vital and often well adhered to - with pain you can’t do much, so its easy to invest time (rest) and money (vet) into this as otherwise the horse isn’t much good at anything. But phase two (release) often requires more money, you need a good physio/ Osteo/ chiropractor, and is often not well advised by vets (sorry vets, your getting there, but generally we need to be let in the door a bit more). Step 3 is a time investment, its very slow quiet work that makes people think they aren’t getting anywhere fast as its often static and walk based exercise repetition. But it is vital to re-activate, often re-organise, how the horse switches on its muscles in static and then walk if they have any hope of recovering a functional strength that will then go on to prevent them from re-injuring themselves and being able to perform as before. Step 3 may also require more money...as its likely you will need the help of the professional to make sure your doing the exercises correctly, or perhaps even do them for you. And then, and only then should you look to strengthen (ie. increase speed and load (intensity, duration) on muscles). If your smart about it you overlap your phases and can incorporate release work soon after or alongside removing pain, and then quickly moving onto activation, starting this during any potential rest period (be that field/ box). This will give you a head start into your strengthening, which is how you get back on to riding your horse. This protocol is not only well advised for rehabilitating injuries but equally for horses returning to work after rest/ down time, this would be classed as ‘pre-hab’ - where you ensure your horse is as comfortable as possible before you start, doesn’t have any tight myofascia, is engaging its self in a correct way statically and in walk, before you jump on get going with your strengthening work. Following this process is an effective way to prevent many overuse and repetitive strain injuries in horses. 1. Remove pain 2. Release tight soft tissues 3. Activate correct neuromuscular pathways 4. Strengthen the muscle chains #horsehealth #happyhorse #horseosteopathy #equineosteopathy #horsephysio #horse #horses #holistichorse #equinerehab #horsesofinstagram #equestrian #horseriding #pony #equine #dressage #eventing #horseracing #equestrianlife #instahorse #showjumping #horselife #bryonyburtequineost

24.01.2022 For those of you that are in the early stages of learning gaits; here is a simple outline and description by My Horse University which is supported by video clips:

23.01.2022 Are we missing a vital but perhaps abstract factor in our horses performance? Although there is limited study in the horse, we can extrapolate links between the... temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ), dental occlusion and posture. Balance and posture have been shown to be influenced by TMJ function (Buisseret-Delmas et al. 1999). How your horse chews has knock on effects into its neck (Eriksson et al. 2000) and this will have continued influence on the rest of the musculoskeletal system. Domestication and human influence will commonly create changes to the natural alignment of horse teeth, this will result in neurologic adaption, cartilage and bone remodelling in the TMJ and concurrent functional changes in the entire stomatognathic system (Piette 1993, Esposito and Leisman 1993) a neurological system that governs balance and equilibrium (Read 2020). And we know that posture directly affects hoof morphology. In a paper on neuro dentistry Sylvia Read outlines the common changes after correction of these issues. "These include improved posture and muscle development, increased proprioception through optimal balance, corrected postural changes, refined body movements, increased resistance to injury, a more calm and relaxed behaviour, enhanced mastication and digestion, less temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) sensitivity, a happier, healthier companion and increased tooth life." All of this will of course lend itself to improved performance. Join me and Dr Gellman in this upcoming webinar where she will delve into the depths of dental influence on posture. link below. https://fb.me/e/55zMJhpm3

23.01.2022 So what was that at the back of the mouth?? There were some dental problems - but there was something else lurking back there...Well done to those that spotted ...the small red ‘things’ Make sure you remove those bot eggs from the legs in summer! Worming at this time of year will also help (ivermectin usually best). If you don’t want to use worming products, actually they don’t do that much harm, but the flies are a nuisance in summer, and the larvae, if present in very large numbers (usually in the stomach) can contribute to ulcers. #equinedentalclinic #equinedentistry #equinemedicine #equineparasitology #equineveterinarymedicine #botflylarvae #nopaincheckagain

22.01.2022 As so many of us in the UK and in other countries are still in lockdown I thought many of you would appreciate some more ideas for exercises to do with your hor...ses. For more video tutorials like this visit the HIO Academy www.horsesinsideout.com/academy The horse's tail is an extension of the spine. So using the tail in exercises not only affects the tail itself but the spine all the way forward and this of course includes the back. Using the tail can :- - Stretch the muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments and connective tissues within the spine - Help influence the horse's balance and centre of mass, thereby stimulating recruitment of core postural muscles - Encourage relaxation within the spine - Help with realignment of the spine - Influence nervous connections To learn more about the anatomy of and exercises involving the horse's tail read my latest blog article here: https://www.horsesinsideout.com//pilates-for-horses-part-4

21.01.2022 Dear clients. So this is not a post I was expecting to be typing. It seems there was not enough excitement and upheaval in my business for 2020 ...... so 2021 gift thus far has sadly got me a few days stint in hospital with appendicitis’s. I should get operated on today and than I have a 6 week recovery of not picking up more than 6kg . To be honest even I’m a little floored at the way the universe does things and well all I really wanted to do was go back to work and entertain the idea of a normal work life balance. Im so so very sorry that this means I will be out of action once again and I hope this doesn’t damage my business reputation beyond repair. I value you all very much for the patience you have shown thus far. Will keep you posted on hopefully more uneventful times to come. Kind regards Bianca - Angold Equine Enterprises

20.01.2022 Hi everyone. Firstly thanks so much for your thoughts and texts of support - I had surgery yesterday and should be out tomorrow. Little longer than normal stay in hospital as apparently the body or my body doesn’t like anaesthetic on top of a recent head injury . However heres hoping this is the last of the excitement and just normal normal after recovery. Hope the year has started well for you all. Kind regards Bianca - Angold Equine Enterprises

15.01.2022 Hi clients, Just touching base for an update. Some will start to see me out and about doing a few horses here and there. This is progress that I am very happy about. However, some days it’s like 10 steps back and sadly I have to postpone clients to a day when my body is feeling more human. I appreciate your understanding and tolerance when this occurs or if this occurs on a day when I have you booked. The jaw break is definitely on the up and up, but some of the neurological and post concussion symptoms take a lot longer to mend from a kick to the head. I do hope in time to be back working at a more ‘full time’ capacity in coming months. Thank you for your kind messages, thoughts and support.

14.01.2022 Dear clients. As the year draws to a close, I was wanting to thank you for your support and business during 2020. It was an interesting year but we all made it in the end one way or another. Since returning from injury my books have been jammed full so I do wish to advise that you book in early if you are needing a spot to avoid disappointment or long waits. At the moment I am nearly completely booked out for all of January. My health is still not allowing me to do massive ...numbers each week so instead I am having to pace myself. Also this year I am hoping to be joining you on horseback at some competitions, so that will mean I will need some day light hours to fit my own horses in so they get trained and thus don’t disgrace me acting like monkeys when I’m out and about. Now to the pointy end - housekeeping for 2021 business year. - I will be wearing a helmet for the large part of the year, whether your horse is quiet or a flying dragon. This is by doctors orders and so I retain some of my common sense if I get knocked in the head. - please make sure horses to be treated are caught and ready on time for your scheduled spot. - please ensure a safe work environment for me and you as the handler ie. Other horses secured or dogs on leashes and no objects lying around - payment on the day is preferred or quick payment of invoice appreciated. Sadly I spend a lot of time chasing accounts. - while all precautions are taken and risks are mitigated, working or being around horses can involve injury to horse, handler or practitioner. It’s the nature of the choice that all of us take when we are around an animal that thinks and does what it believes is required. - this year will mean all varied service charges will become aligned. If you are within 45km of Gympie than bodywork will be $77 per horse and dental $99 per horse. If you are outside the local Gympie district - body work is $88 per horse and dental $110. I try to keep prices down for clients, this has meant I have been the same price for 9 years body work and 4 years dental. So I do apologize for the slight increase but sadly business costs require an inevitable pass on. Lastly I would like to pass on my sincere love and thoughts to you and your ponies during the festive season and hope that 2021 is a productive prosperous year for all. Kind regards Bianca - Angold Equine Enterprises

10.01.2022 A quick anatomy tutorial on why optimal dental care throughout life can significantly reduce the risk of sinus infection.

05.01.2022 How important is the Poll in your horses posture? The small muscles that connect the head to the neck are critically important for postural information they ...contain 500x the density of muscle spindle cells compared to limb muscles. Afferent (towards the brain) information from this region is so critically important that there is not even a dermatome (skin sensory segment) associated with the C1 nerve all of the afferents go to postural control. - Dr Gellman Just One piece of a much bigger system

01.01.2022 ANATOMY FRIDAY! This week marks the start of a 3-part series for anatomy Friday. This series will delve into a group of muscles called the hamstring muscles. Th...is group is very important in locomotion and plays a major role in propulsion. Part 1 Biceps Femoris The biceps Femoris is superficial muscle and is a major component of the hamstrings and is also an abductor. An abductor muscle is one that moves a part away from the midline. So when we think of muscle contraction and picture where the muscle is you can begin to visualize what movement that a particular muscle when contracted, will bring about. ORIGIN: Sacrum, gluteal fascia and the ischium. INSERTION: There are several insertions for the biceps femoris the femur, patella, crest of the tibia and leg fascia and the tuber calcis. Because of the multiple insertion points, the biceps femoris has many actions including: flexion of the stifle and hock in protraction and extension and abduction of the hind leg in retraction. Cause of Biceps Femoris Pain: As with most muscular injuries anywhere in the horses’ body, causes may include Inadequate warm up and cool down within the training session. Overtraining in both specific and general training. Horses, like humans need sufficient periods of rest following a hard workout along with cross training. Alternatively, undertraining. For example; asking for long periods of collection when the horse is not yet up to the level required. Horses competing in flat racing, steeplechase, dressage and jumping may be prone to tension in this area. Signs Presented with Biceps Femoris Dysfunction: Horse may hold his leg loose (flexed) or will try to stretch the leg by tucking under the hind end. Reduced extension of the hock In movement may slightly drag the hind limb and ‘scuff’ the toe along the ground. Shortened protraction (forward movement). There are some common stretches that can assist the hamstring muscle group (in fact any muscle) in the prevention of injury. Incorporating stretching into your training session assists in reducing muscular tension and improves circulation by bringing in more oxygen and nutrients. Stretching helps in the prevention of inflammation and scar tissue (adhesion) and trigger point formation. It is important to note that stretching should only be done AFTER the muscles have been warmed up. Stretching cold muscles may result in muscular dysfunction such as tears. A good equine therapist will be able to show you stretching techniques to assist in the everyday maintenance of your horse. *image sourced from www.studyblue.com

01.01.2022 8 signs it’s time for a dental exam 1. Dropping feed (quidding) If whole grain or unchewed balls of hay fall out of the horse’s mouth after they attempt to chew... it, they should have her teeth checked. 2. Weight loss This is an obvious one that may or may not be related to dental issues but is certainly a reason to have a horse checked. With the right kind of feedstuffs, even horses without any functional teeth can keep weight on, but dental exams and care are important in determining if they are at this stage. An overweight horse can have painful teeth as well so don’t assume a horse is okay just because they aren't losing weight. 3. Fussing with the bit Schedule a dental checkup if your horse starts fussing with or refusing the bit, or reacting differently to pressure on the bit. 4. Cranky behavior and head shyness You don’t have to stick your fingers in your horse’s mouth to see if they have sharp points that are causing discomfort. Generally, you can feel along the cheeks outside where the molar arcades are located; the horse will flinch or pull away when you push their cheek against a sharp tooth. 5. Recent colic or choke Older horses often lose the ability to chew long stem fiber into small pieces they can adequately digest. But younger horses can also have impaired chewing, and may end up with an esophageal impaction (also known as choke) or colic from improperly chewed masses of hay not moving properly through the gut. Of course, eating too fast or not staying hydrated can also contribute to these problems. 6. Difficulty chewing If your horse chews differently on one side than the other or always chews on one side, it could be a sign that their mouth is in pain. This can be challenging to discern but watch which way the lower jaw swings when they are chewing you should see it swing out in one direction for a while, then switch to the other direction. 7. Odor from the mouth I think we can all admit that horses smell pretty amazing! Even their breath is usually sweet and intoxicating. If a horse has a rotten smell coming from their mouth, like sour feed or infected tissue, it’s likely they have an infected or rotten tooth that needs attention. It may also be an indicator that they have feed impacted between their teeth or have developed periodontal pockets. Both of these situations need attention. 8. Uneven incisors Most of the horse’s teeth are hidden from our view and aren’t simple to evaluate on a regular basis. But most people can get a look at a horses front teeth to see if they are lined up. Look at them straight on while someone else holds the horse’s lips apart. Are the teeth in a straight line? Is there a smile or frown shape to them? Do they have a wedge or diagonal shape, where one side of the upper or lower incisors is much longer than the others? Is the horse missing any front teeth or are there malformed teeth (see image below)?