Craniosacral
We offer therapeutive Craniosacral for horses who are experiencing specific equine conditions, showing signs of trauma, or just to keep them healthy and balanced.
Bemer Treatments
We offer integrative bodywork to temporarily increase blood circulation in healthy muscles and stimulate muscles in order to improve and facilitate performance.
Nutritional Support
Nutrition and herbal support can have profound health and behavioral improvements, often with conventional supplements and veterinary care.
Equine Craniosacral
Newly adapted to the equine world in the last decade, Craniosacral therapy is a uniquely efficient way to keep horses in biomechanical balance and maintain skeletal and muscular health. Craniosacral therapy is also used successfully in treating specific equine conditions such as headshaking, TMJ (temporomandibular joint) imbalances, head traumas and facial nerve paralysis. Craniosacral therapy is highly effective in treating both acute and chronic injuries. What makes this therapy unique is its specific focus on the equine skull and its relationship to the rest of the body.
Application of Craniosacral Therapy
Equine Craniosacral practitioners apply specific hands-on techniques to the horse’s body to release restrictions in the musculoskeletal system and in the fascia, a tissue that weaves the whole body together like a spider web. Craniosacral is an energy-based therapy using light contact like acupressure. There is no physical manipulation to the bones and tissues. While specific attention is given to the cranium, spine and sacrum, treatment is not limited to these areas due to the way the body is connected. Practitioners are trained to first assess the equine client’s movement, posture and soft tissue. Hands-on techniques applied help to release restrictions throughout the body’s musculoskeletal and nervous system, restoring postural balance and fluidity of the biomechanics. Learn more about it here.
Treatment
How do you know when your horse needs or may benefit from Craniosacral therapy?
Craniosacral is used with success in the treatment of:
- Behavior problems
- Biomechanical issues
- Cribbing or teeth grinding
- Difficulty with respiration
- Facial nerve paralysis
- Headshaking
- Head traumas and injuries
- Imbalances of the TMJ and the muscles of mastication
- Lameness or difficulty with transitions
- Low back / stifle / hock joint problems
- Lameness / stiffness
Bemer Treatments
BEMER devices are designed to temporarily increase local blood circulation in healthy muscles and stimulate muscles in order to improve and facilitate performance. We offer equine treatments through the use of full body blanketing and wraps. Learn more about BEMER here.
Nutritional Consulting & Herbal Support
Herbs have profound healing abilities and can work well in conjunction with conventional supplements and veterinary work. Herbs can also support the immune system and help horses maintain a healthy lifestyle or recover from injury or illness.
Treatment
How do you know when your horse needs or may benefit from Herbal Support?
Herbal Support is used with success in the treatment of:
- Behavior problems
- Biomechanical issues
- Lameness or difficulty with transitions
Disclaimer: Craniosacral therapy, integrative bodywork and herbalism are not meant to be used as a substitute for veterinary care, but to work in conjunction with it. The ultimate goal is to provide a whole body/mind approach to healing and performance. Please consult your veterinarian before changing from your normal health care routines.
Testimonials
I had the opportunity to watch Katie work with 6 feral horses, who had been traumatized by their journey, with roundup, auction, killbuyer, and transport. Her gentle approach and communication with these horses moved them forward to become happy, thriving beings. Katie is a miracle worker and an asset to anyone looking to use holistic methods.
Katie's use of holistic modalities made all the difference in the world. We discussed comprehensive options for essential oils, husbandry alternatives, herbs, nutrition, massage and energy work. When someone exceeds your expectations to the degree that she does, you'll wonder why you were ever taught another way. I would highly, HIGHLY recommend!
I have two challenging horses who Katie helped me start and now are amazing, irreplaceable members of my family. Not only does Katie meet your horses where they are at, but she meets you where you are at as well. No judgments ever passed, just guidance and support. Katie has a knowledge of training and horse wellness that is well beyond anyone I have ever met.
About us
Founded by long-time equestrian and trainer, Katie Dixon, Renegade Equine helps equestrians build holistic connections with their equine partners to improve performance through understanding their natural behaviors.
Our philosophy
Our training methodologies are guided holistic and personalized approaches based on personality assessments, horse and rider needs, and goals. We travel locally for lessons in and around Brownsville, Vermont and are available nationally for clinics.
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