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25.01.2022 ECVM Equine Complex Malformation Is it hype or is it a reality? Is it something new or has it been around for a long time? In the Webinar on October 1 at 8 p.m.... Dutch time 3 trainers and owners of their own horse will explain what it all details. Having and daily grooming and training a horse with a neck problem. Is it actually a problem? Then what is the problem? In this webinar they talk about their experiences: Stephanie Groet Animal Physiotherapist, Chiropractor and Osteopath io. Tamara Dorrestein Trainer and Management Expert and Thirza Hendriks Rehabilitation Trainer and Biomechanics Expert They all have in common one or more horses with complex neck problems called ECVM. "When I asked them "What does it cost you daily and what does it bring you", They gave me their short answer, intense and with a lot of love" Stephanie Groet: What does it cost me of my life ... It goes without saying that it is no fun if your own horse has ECVM. It costs you a lot of money in vet costs. But besides that, I paid another price. It has given me sleepless nights. You want to do it right, but it doesn't work, what are you overlooking. It has also completely taken away the fun in horse riding and having horses for many periods. It makes you insecure because there are so many people who say that you should not complain, that there is nothing wrong. And yet your gut says something different. Fortunately, it has also brought me something. Much more knowledge and insight into the problem. I will now recognize it much sooner and thus be able to help other horses sooner. From the moment I have been diagnosed, it also gives me peace of mind. A little confirmation that I'm not crazy after all. And the best thing, because of this new knowledge, I am better able to train the horses. Thirza Hendriks: Ooh, what a nice question. What it costs me: Knowing that it is waiting for an inevitable decline - that it is a time bomb - and having to watch that and often cannot do anything to really fix it, but just try to manage the horse with that question in mind all the time: how far can this go and when do I have to make that difficult choice to save the horse from pain and to protect the environment - both humans and other horses - from potentially dangerous situations. Because that turnaround will come. It can come after 1 year, it can come after 5 years, it can come after 15 years, but it happens once and when it happens it happens quickly and it's really hard. It must be seen that the horse no longer understands life and no longer has control over the body, but is still trying so hard to survive and keep up. The horse was giving so intensely and well that it can now suddenly become dangerous because it is predictably unpredictable. That is very difficult and takes an intense amount of energy. How it has enriched my life: they are very special horses. They are handicapped horses from birth that normally do not participate in the survival of the fittest in nature but now adapt to the environment in which we have placed them. These horses are actually so incredibly strong to get through life with such a handicap. To give people so much, also in the form of performance, while the body is actually not suitable for that because of that handicap. These horses are top performers and in fact, run the Olympic Games every day. After my many years of experience worldwide with more than 50 horses with this condition, I have gained so much more admiration for the creature horse, but I hope that through these webinars we can hopefully finally take steps in the right direction not to breed with this disability Tamara Dorrestein: It is elusive and unpredictable. It takes resilience, time, and a lot of patience. Every day they teach you that nothing can be taken for granted, and they challenge you time and again to go back to what is now. What could be so different tomorrow? Do you also want to follow this Webinar or Webinar series? Then click on this link? https://www.equinestudies.nl//horse-stories-all-parts-tog/ See you soon Greetings Zefanja Vermeulen Equine studies

24.01.2022 We have had some good questions about breakover & how/what to use. Obviously it’s rare to have horses travel over I particular terrain all the time, but better ...understanding the impact of the designs & placements of shoes used by the farrier is pretty important in determining how to shoe a horse. So yes, ‘shoe design & placement’ plays a part in how efficiently your horse can function. And this changes from hard ground to soft & from front feet to hind feet also. Our studies revealed that the toes of the hind feet rotated more into deformable ground on horses in both trot and canter, especially in the early propulsion stages, than the toe of the front feet. On non deformable surfaces the toe of neither front or hind foot penetrated the ground. So when we shoe horses at Progressive Equine, as most tend to work on variable surfaces, we compromise to something similar to below. As the power of the horse is the hind limbs, which we know rotate into the ground on more surfaces, when compared to the front feet, we shoe with breakover slightly further forward. The front feet have little bearing upon performance/power & as such, are essentially keeping the horse from falling on its face, we tend to shoe to minimise load/damage to the joints & soft tissue by not only working on alignment, but using a shoe that allows breakover to begin just forward of the tip of P3. The shape also allows a more gradual roll forward, leading to a less abrupt breakover & more coordinated stride. Studies prove that with this style of shoe & application there is less forward movement of CofP & a more gradual unrolling of the hoof through the stance & breakover phase of the stride. In horses that work on really hard ground only we use a similar package but grind the toe of the hind shoe to ease breakover also. We have found this to be an excellent compromise for most horse & rider combinations

22.01.2022 Some expressions here - I love to see the changes during a body work session as a horse becomes more comfortable and the pain clears, so does the expression horses

20.01.2022 I'd like to thank Mandy N Steve Probyn of Equine Connection for asking me to attend they're Cowgirls retreat at Nebo last weekend ! What a great turn out of Lovely ladies and their Horses I chose to speak about biomechanics and began with a basic introduction, we viewed gaits, footfalls of the paces on a few of the horses. Looking and observing, what's a normal range of motion ? understanding normal allows us to see more. Viewing various locations on the horses body and l...imbs whilst moving through the paces can help us see symmetry or deviation of range of motion . We spoke about changeable factors and conformation all relevant to the discussion topic. I'd like to thank you all that attended and offered their horses as our models to view for demonstration purposes Worth a mention that only topics relevant to the demonstration were discussed All the best and happy horsing from Penny See more

18.01.2022 Our next donation to our Mega Raffle is the very knowledgeable Penny Grov equine body working and all round nice lady Penny has been working for more years than I can remember with horses xx Penny’s donation of a $130 voucher for equine body work is very muchly appreciated xxx

18.01.2022 Nice day of racing giddy up

17.01.2022 Handsome horse Thursday , couldn’t resist a selfie

16.01.2022 It has been announced that horses competing in FEI events will no longer be able to have their whiskers shaved from July, 2021. The FEI Online General Assembly,... which took place on 23 November, voted in a range of new rules and regulations - one of which was the banning of trimming a horse’s sensory hairs. The rule, which forms part of the FEI veterinary regulations, will apply to horses across all disciplines competing in FEI events.... Read more: www.equestrianlife.com.au//Clipping-of-whiskers-outlawed-a #eqlifeaus

16.01.2022 Will be trying this

16.01.2022 Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year To all my valued Clients, Colleagues & Friends 2 and 4 Legged THANKYOU for you continued support throughout the year :D 2020 has been a journey like no other!! It’s been a huge year for many reasons, the world dealing with corona virus and the ongoing impact to life as we know it ... For me personally 2020 has been a huge year 2 years since I had a serious high impact horse riding accident ! Sadly, I sustained a spinal injury. But really, I was very lucky I was fortunate enough to be able to successfully rehabilitate, initially I used acupuncture & a daily exercise regime, when healed enough lined up for weekly myofascial release sessions, this enabled my return to work. If you missed seeing me about so often this maybe why I am forever grateful and so happy to be back. A huge thanks to the people beside me, Hubby Max and our Wonderful daughter and both our families. You guys rock :D 2020 I also celebrate 23 years practicing Equine Body Work in Mackay and 21 years of LL Laser Therapy . Looking forwards to seeing you and your horses in the new year On call throughout the break By appt in the new year #BringOutTheBestinYourHorse #LaserAcupuncture #MyofascialRelease #SkilledPalapation #EstablsiedPracticesince1997 #ReleaseTension #IncreaseRangeofMotion #Mobility #ImprovePerformanceandBehaviour See more

15.01.2022 SWPEC All breeds show 2019

14.01.2022 Processionary caterpillars also known as itchy grubs may look innocuous enough, but they can cause birth defects in foals and miscarriages in mares if ingested. They are called 'processionary' caterpillars because they walk in nose-to-tail lines when they leave their nests.

14.01.2022 It's been 12 Months now since we started this journey so we think it is time for another giveaway. We are giving away a 100 Litre ATV Sprayer valued at $300.0...0 To go into the draw to win all you have to do is Like our page Share this post Tag 3 Friends Comment Done We will announce the lucky winner on Sunday 11th October. Good luck and thanks for supporting our small family owned business this past year.

13.01.2022 Max Grov Fencing 0409610658

13.01.2022 Good to know what is normal, what does your horse look like, would you be aware if it changed. A good body work session addresses all of these issues . #Laseracupuncture #MyofascialRelease #Handsonmodalities #Stresspointtherapy #Skilledpractitioner #Palpation #GaitAnalysis #ImprovePerformance #IncreaseROM

12.01.2022 Such a wonderful memory. Dr Kerry Ridgway and Manolo Mendez together, a truly special bond they shared, knowledge rich, a wonderful partnership , full of respect and appreciation of each other and of the horse. Forever gratefull , special times #BringOutTheBestinYourHorse #LaserAcupuncture #MyofascialRelease #SkilledPalapation #EstablsiedPracticesince1997 #ReleaseTension #IncreaseRangeofMotion #Mobility #ImprovePerformanceandBehaviour

11.01.2022 The Karl McManus Foundation holds Lyme Gladiolus Day on September 16 to raise awareness of Lyme disease in Australia. Lyme disease is a tick-borne infection cau...sed by bacteria in the Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato group which incites chronic and debilitating symptoms. Herbal medicine may offer better outcomes for people suffering this disease. https://www.lymedisease.org/seven-herbals-kill-lyme-disease/

10.01.2022 I’m a Mackay mum of two and have just self-published my first adult fantasy novel! If you’d like a copy, check out the links below

10.01.2022 Well described. Understanding what your aiming to achieve has positive effect on your posture, body awareness and feel . Allowing the horses energy to flow without delay thru ring of muscles brings balance and fluidity and in turn a more active deeper back leg

10.01.2022 Good on the eye

09.01.2022 Support local talent , right in time for Xmas .

08.01.2022 Horse Bio-Mechanics Presentation with Penny Grov

08.01.2022 Happy Monday @ Grovas Ranch

08.01.2022 It is our job to educate our hands and our legs so that we can align the horse’s body. That means working on our feel, timing and balance every day. Your feel, ...timing and balance will increase the more you ride your horse, but be warned, you can ride horses every day of your life and not become a very good rider. It’s a matter of studying these elements. It’s generally considered that one cannot teach feel. I won’t dispute that, but I do know that feel is certainly improved by awareness. Your feel will increase by being more aware of what’s happening down through your seat and your legs and the more obscure parts of the horse. Most of us are readily aware of what’s happening with the horse from his shoulders forward because it’s in front of our vision. We’re less aware of what’s happening behind our legs and seat because it’s not in our line of vision. This is where we need to be more conscious of feel. One of the ways you can do this is to count the cadence in your horse’s feet. Becoming more aware of your horse’s foot fall will give you a greater sense of feel. -Ian Francis See more

07.01.2022 sharing this again

05.01.2022 This is a quick video on riding a 20m circle taken from above. The video shows incorrect and correct riding of the circle with commentary.

04.01.2022 What is contributing to so much poor alignment in the hind feet? After another week of HoofScans showing a high percentage of NPA, especially in the hind feet, ...I feel we need to start questioning the reasons? Is poor posture playing a big part in this? Are we missing the more obvious signs of NPA? Do we just not trim the hind feet as well? Is there an underlying problem causing this stance/posture & problem? Whilst we have been questioning this for a few years, I’m not the only one. I occassionally chat to a couple of farriers that work in hospitals around the world who contacted me a while back after reading a post on this, who 100% agree. I also know of a couple more who have a great deal of experience & qualification, who I see questioning the same. Does posture play a part? I think this is a big part of the problem. As PA in the hind feet gets lower, & alignment more broken back, changes occur in the horses posture/stance, which we believe is based around a search for comfort. The feet are moved more forward under the body, to offset load & stress through the hind end. (Photo 3) This postural adaptation is believed to place more load on the caudal foot, incl heels, & somewhat unload the toe in this stance. It’s believed that this causes the heels to crush & for the sole to grow disproportionately in comparison. Then, when the farrier/trimmer attends to the horse, trims to the live waxy sole, they inadvertently leave more depth under the toe of the foot & often remove some of the damaged/crushed heels. This trim further lowers PA, breaking alignment even more. Due to discomfort from poor alignment, the horse moves it’s hind feet further forward & the negative cycle continues. I often get told there’s an underlying problem with many of these horses. And whilst I don’t doubt that in some, we have corrected way too many that have gone back to performing fantastically as soon as we’ve corrected the low to negative alignment. Do for me, I believe the poor alignment of the feet (NPA) is the predominant issue with most. Does NPA create symptoms & other pathologies, absolutely! But I feel in most cases this is more likely a secondary issue to poor foot balance, which once corrected tends to be alleviated. Someone I respect & admire said that in their practice, horses often come in with front end lameness with poor alignment behind. Once they correct the hind end issues in the feet, the horse often becomes sound in the front end. This I see on occasion also! Are we missing the more obvious signs of NPA in the hind feet? Well, I think this goes without saying as most that shoe NPA in hind feet I am picking them when the horse walks in. Even if we all shod for correct HPA, most foot balance & alignment issues would largely be eradicated. The reason, no horse that has correct HPA has NPA! ‘And no, I don’t believe these horses are born with NPA, nor are meant to be NPA, as someone strongly suggested on my page a week or 2 back!’ We have consistently discussed hind limb NPA & it’s external evaluations, which can be high angle of coronary band, broken back alignment, bullnosing of the hoof wall, caudal failure of the foot etc I was discussing this with a client last week. My comment was this, ‘after being in the industry as long as she had, she would have a pretty good idea of what a good foot looks like. So if u see feet that look considerably different to the ideal foot, get a set of podiatry xrays.’ Unfortunately poor foot balance, poor alignment, low angles, perceived long toes & caudal failure of the foot are seen in the majority of all shod horses. This seems to be causing what’s ‘common’ to be accepted as ‘normal’ & this is a trend that we really need to change! Someone asked quite a good question the other day about the effects of mild v severe cases of NPA. This is difficult to answer as it’s largely dependant upon the individual horse & it’s conformation. But the answer supports the reason alignment is so important. It’s believed that PA should be between 3-8deg in horses feet. Personally, I believe PA should be whatever is needed to gain alignment, but in almost every case, this works out to be around the 3-8deg range. So if a horse that requires an 8deg PA to be aligned is -1deg, that’s a difference of 9deg & a long way from alignment. This is opposed to a low pastern TB, that achieves ideal alignment with a PA of 3deg, who is NPS -1deg, which is a difference of only 4deg. So whilst neither one is ideal, the TB will most likely be in less discomfort than the more upright horse (example last photo below), even though they are both NPA -1deg. So often it has more to do with how far away the horse is from ideal alignment than it is in relation to mild v severe NPA. Which ever way we look at it, working on achieving ideal HPA or boney column alignment is what yields the best results in almost all horses! Photo 1 - the low angle hind looks to be growing over the shoe even though it’s only just been shod Photo 2 - broken HPA, caudal failure & a doming front wall can be indicators of NPA Photo 3 - typical, although more extreme, stance of horse with NPA. The feet are placed further forward to reduce discomfort & pain Photo 4 - an ideal relaxed stance Red & green lines indicate ideal coronary band angle. Generally if coronary band angle is above elbow (red) horse will be NPA Photo 5 & 6 - examples of NPA

02.01.2022 Happy Friday Thank you to all my wonderful clients . I consider myself very lucky .

02.01.2022 https://equinesarcoid.co.uk/types 6 Broad classifications / types of Sarcoids . A few approaches to treating these nasty skin tumors, sadly not all successful . I have treated a few types myself over the years and had wonderful results using herbal preparations to stimulate the immune system and clear the virus from the body . #Healthyhorse #EquineBodyWorker #EquineHealth #EquineHusbandry

01.01.2022 I want to say thank you to you all here on this page for your incredible enthusiasm for the drawings for so long. It really means a lot.