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The impact of the Hyoid Apparatus in a Horse. As discussed by Sharon May-Davis, the hyoid (a bone group in the neck/jaw area of a horse)...

Use this as a guide to know what the muscles do and the effects of working them. Rectus Capitus Lateralis: this muscle helps bend the top...

In Equine Bodywork, knowledge of anatomy is crucial in understanding how all the inner--parts of a horse work together and effect each...

Many people think Equine Pilates is another therapy similar to homeopathy, osteopathy and acupuncture. However, Equine Pilates is very...

An agenda for Horse Speak® for Equine Bodyworkers presentation at Full Moon Farms on April 24, 2022. Horse Speak® concepts and techniques...

Horses simply standing or grazing in an unbalanced way will cause certain muscles to be constantly under stress. If these ways of...

Cold Laser therapeutic treatments have become quite popular over the last several years for treatments of both dogs and horses, offering...

Sharon May-Davis is an Australian scientist and equine therapist who has worked for over three decades in the equine field. In a recent...

Weak muscles in the hind-end can cause all sorts of problems in horses. Let's discuss some common issues: Roach Back A problem in the...

Gravity is a constant vertical force which is always pressing down upon us. Whether you are a biped (Vertical: human) or a quadruped...

“Yoga Reins” & “Hello Reins” Horse Speak® under saddle is about riding the horse, not the discipline. When you ride with joy, you’ll...

One of the newest healing modalities coming soon at Pilates Mastery includes the globally renowned CranioSacral therapy. CranioSacral is...

Like in all vertebrates, a healthy spine is crucial for healthy movement. In fact, many healing arts start with the backbone and its...

After opening our Aiken studio amidst the pandemic of 2019, we forced ourselves to consider the ideal Pilates studio and what kept...

Like all athletes, horses are subject to a wide variety of injuries. Pain not only hinders the performance of a horse, it also affects...

Joseph Pilates (Pilates) was born in 1883 near the Norther German city of Dusseldorf. His father was a gymnast; his mother was a...

What is the difference between controlling your body and being in command of your body? Authenticity! It’s a simple, yet very...

When choosing between private Pilates and group fitness Pilates, there are a few things to consider: First, the price. There is a...