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How to Make Sense of Conflicting Information about Horse Care and Welfare

April 5, 2025 Kaiti Elliott

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"Ask 5 horsemen, get 10 opinions" - that joke, or some variation of it, has been around forever. Conflicting information and opinions about horse care is nothing new. But it is horribly exacerbated by social media. This is how I work through this problem.

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Equine Myofascial Therapy FAQ

February 14, 2025 Kaiti Elliott

Myofascial therapy, sometimes called myofascial release (MFR), is a hands-on therapy that works to relieve tension and restrictions in the fascial system. Fascia is the connective tissue network that surrounds and permeates all soft tissues, nerves, bones, and organs.

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Correct Terminology in Bodywork

September 17, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

Correct Terminology in Bodywork

It's important to me to use correct terminology in bodywork and to describe my findings and techniques accurately. Doing otherwise does a disservice to the horse owner. They should be getting correct, accurate information from their professionals so that they can fully understand what's going on with their horse and can make educated decisions about their care.

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Holding Space

September 17, 2024 Kaiti Elliott

Holding space, and the beauty in the pause.

I've learned how much it enhances my bodywork when horses are 1. allowed the time and space needed to pause and integrate, and 2. have the self-regulation skills needed to be present in their bodies and process changes within their nervous system.

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