Essential Facts of Equine Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine

In volume of more than 800 Pages this encyclopedia first covers the most relevant aspects of the physiology and physiopathology of anatomical structures and tissues. 

This is followed by several didactic chapters on the anatomy, functional anatomy and biomechanics of the locomotor system nicely illustrated with clean dissections and clear drawings. Conformation, locomotion, and exercise physiology are then considered with the same concern of rigor and clarity.

An adequate management always begins with a precise and complete diagnosis; this is why specific chapters are devoted to patient examination in the context of rehabilitation and diagnostic imaging, preceding the evaluation of the different causes of poor performance.

Several chapters refer to horseman/womanship education and skills which may be essential in the management of riding difficulties.

They include saddle evaluation, bridle, and bit fit, rider and horse interaction, asymmetry and laterality in horses interfering with athletic capacities. Considerations on nutrition and housing, essential contributors to the horse welfare and well-being are informatively presented before practical recommendations for training and conditioning.

An essential portion of this book is dedicated to manual therapies, a core aspect of physical management of locomotor injuries and dysfunctions. Massage, lymphatic drainage, fascial manipulation, joint mobilization as well as chiropractic and osteopathy, techniques contributing to deepen the diagnostic knowledge of the patient with the objective of improving function, are considered.

82 authors have created 58 chapters with 866 pages, 1598 images and 80 tables including treatment plans. The edition also offers access to 124 online videos.

Essential Facts of Equine Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine can be ordered via the VAHL website!

The price is 275 Euros plus VAT and postage.