Positive Movement Equine Bodywork

So I dont think anyone knows the reason why I chose the name for my business (with help from my good friend krista Wright). I wanted it to represent two very important horses that have been in my life, Powerplay and Mocha so using the first letter of each name my friend came up with Positive Movement.
There is actually a third horse Rohan that I wanted to incorporate as well but unfortunately couldn't make that work.
I've been fortunate to know, ride and care for hundreds for horses but these three changed my world, my outlook and were/are my reason to grow, learn and develop ❤️

Cutest client of the year so far!!
Unfortunately this little sweetie suffered a loss of a friend, so we just wanted to make her feel special and give her some support.

Also really worked through her shoulder area as she has some slight conformation concerns.

She absolutely loved the whole session and had so many releases it was great to see ❤️

Next in my tool kit is the red light, having used this personally after some significant injuries I love this product!! It's also cat approved which my cat lovers will know is a big deal 😂😂

There are lots of different versions of this therapy available, I personally have the according to gospel lights. Just be careful if purchasing to look for the products using different wavelengths to really target all the tissue.

Here is a description from the website about the technology behind what is happening:
We know from the research that light therapy helps promote tissue regeneration, reduce inflammation, increase circulation, and relieve pain which aids in maintenance and recovery.
LED light therapy is really a way to help the body heal itself. The lights have specific wavelengths that are absorbed by a photo acceptor, cytochrome c oxidase within the mitochondria of the cell. The energy (photons) from the lights increases the energy within the cell and that speeds up the healing process. The lights must be specific wavelengths and must be delivered at a specific dosage. Using both red and infrared lights is beneficial because the wavelengths are absorbed by different depths of tissue. Our Equine & Canine Light Therapy Pads use two specific wavelengths that research has shown to dramatically increase the rate of healing. The two wavelengths are in the visible red and near infrared spectrums. The visible red is effective for stimulating acupuncture points, releasing trigger points, treating wounds and infections. The infrared wavelength (not visible), which penetrates deeper, has been shown to be effective in helping heal soft tissue injuries, joints and muscles.

Aside from my massage techniques, some clients will see me utilize other products and equipment. It's times to do a run down, showcase and explain exactly what these therapies are doing.
I'm going to start with the Centurion, absolutely love this blanket. And while there may be other similar products on the market, Centurion was established in Calgary which was an important factor for me in making a final decision.
Below is an explanation from the company about the properties and benefits of this therapy.

Invisible pulsed magnetic field lines permeates all cells in the body simultaneously, at the molecular level thereby reaching parts of the body that cannot be influenced efficiently with other methods. Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field Therapy (PEMFT) permeates all cells, enhances ion exchange, normalizes circulation and increases the oxygen utilization of the cell.

Magnetic pulse therapy works on the electrical imbalances in the cell to regenerate to a more normalized condition by improving ion exchange.

Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy influences cell behavior by inducing a magnetic field around and within the cell. This increase in electrical energy at the cellular level allows for faster absorption of nutrients and quicker elimination of waste products. This improves metabolic systems, increases blood and oxygen supply, activating and regenerating cells in the body.

Lily getting her homework and checking in on her postural photo 💖
Isabelle Guilbault she has come so far and doing fabulous!! Team work makes the dream work

Thank you for a great year to all my fabulous clients 💖
I'm terrible at taking pictures but so many equine friends helped to feel their best

I'm late posting so I will extend my offer...... any lesson horses booked for November and now December will be 30% off!!!
Spots have already started filling so message me asap to get your hard working lesson horses in 💖

My helper today....... he says is it my turn yet 💖

Well we didn't get many photos because we were all just too busy learning but what a fabulous afternoon teaching a stretching clinic to the young riders of SB coaching. Such a great group of riders who really wanted to soak in all the knowledge 💖

I have one afternoon spot left on February on the 24th
March is filling up booking into the second week. Message me to get booked in as spots are going fast.
So so thankful for all the support!!

February is looking pretty busy, can't wait to help all those hard working lesson/therapy horses!!
There is a small amount of availability left the last week of February so message me to get booked in.

While I am not the best at remembering to post on this page, have certainly been busy!!
Only have 2 dates left for January ( 10th or 11th).
I will also run my lesson horse special again in February, any lesson or therapy horses booked, will be 30% off!!!
Message me asap to get in on this as it was very popular last year but so great to help so many hardworking horses 💖

Had an overwhelming response to the February promotion, so great to help so many horses 💗
March promotion will be great for all my clients, refer a full paying client and receive 50% off your next session!!

I absolutely love this podcast. Highly recommend anyone involved in horses takes a listen.

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Some amazing feedback from a session today. I love being able to help horses feel their best and riders know what is going on with their horses 💖

Here's part of the write up from Emma after the body work session:
"Have some huge changes in her body and she looks like she is coming along really well with her riding. Love how balanced she was through her sternum and lots better range of motion here, think she did have a little slip as there was some fibrosis through her pectorals left side but was able to work through this tissue and get some good releases."

This gives perspective on areas of strength, growth, and imbalances that horses can experience..... They are vast!

Jenny enjoying a centurion session after her massage. She was one of my first clients as an equine bodyworker but actually first came to me as a horse for training. Jenny had many issues from emotional to pain and with her amazing owner, some incredible vet and chiropratic work from Motion Equine and then a stretching routine this mare really turned around. She was able to be turned out with other horses without trying to kick other horses, became alot less spooky and was able to work cows and hit the mountain trails with no issues.

I am so excited to finally have this business. As all my friends and clients from the riding program know, I am so incredibly passionate about the changes that can be made through bodywork, stretching and appropriate programs for each horse. I can't wait to be able to help more horses 💖