Elite Performance Therapies - Equine Myofunctional Therapy

Equine Myofunctional Therapy (EMT) is an effective and professional therapy, which is now gaining movement within the scientific world. Veterinary studies such as those conducted by Scott & Swanson (2009), have concluded that massage on the equine athlete can improve range of motion, stride length, circulation, muscle tightness, decrease and release muscle contractility and improve flexibility hel

ping to decrease injury by using different massage techniques aimed at sports and remedial rehabilitation Massage. I have completed 12 months with the National College of Traditional Medicine, and have gained my qualfication in Equine Myofunctional Therapy (massage). I have also commenced further education with world leaders in equine therapies 'Equinology' and recently attended a two day seminar with leading world veterinarian in equine lameness and equine therputics Dr. Kerry Ridgeway and internaional dressage rider and body worker Manolo Mendez. I have also had the privilege of attending a 3 day Sharon May Davis Biomechanics and dissection seminar and work shop. Where learning from her invaluable knowledge is crucial to the study of Myotherapy. I am also looking to do myofascial release & accupuncture in the near future. Katie Smith can be contacted on 0408278560 for a EMT treatment. I am currently a Registered DIV 1 nurse (Bachelor of Nursing - Monash University)