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Lori
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Username: Maggienm
Post Number: 196
Registered: 6-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, Aug 12, 2006 - 12:14 pm: |   |
I have started riding a horse that is broke but has been in pasture for several years.
I am wondering about using something similar to icy blue on her muscles after riding.
Personally I have never used a linament on myself so have no idea whether it does help muscles feel better. Might try it.
Does a muscle rub really help or is it more the physical action of the the massage?
Massage I often do.
Thanks |
Shelley
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Username: Sswiley
Post Number: 210
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, Aug 13, 2006 - 11:44 am: | |
Lori,
Why do you think she needs extra attention to her muscles other than a good warm-up and cool-down ?
Was there an injury? |
Lori
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Username: Maggienm
Post Number: 200
Registered: 6-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, Aug 13, 2006 - 3:07 pm: | |
Well, quite honestly Shelley, I have been accused of pampering my horses.
Since she is returning to work after a lengthly lay off, (I know how a long hot shower feels to me after a physical days work)I am guessing she is stiff and maybe sore.
Aren't you when you start a new exercise program?
Her ride is still fairly slow with lots of halt and turns but a big part of conditioning is conditioning the mind.
If her body is sore she won't like the work. Probably overkill on my part. |
Shelley
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Username: Sswiley
Post Number: 211
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, Aug 13, 2006 - 4:18 pm: | |
I have never used the stuff, mostly because my horses all seem to be sensitive skinned and I would feel guilty if I gave them a burn or rash.
I do think muscle rubs help. It rubs out soreness and helps them relax. |
Vicki Zaneis
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Username: Vickiann
Post Number: 345
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, Aug 13, 2006 - 9:20 pm: | |
The stuff we rub on is to an extent absorbed through the skin into the horse. How good is this for them (or us?) Personally, I don't think it is a very good idea unless there is some compelling problem. It is regular procedure with some barns, however. |
