Series 6 – Preventing Back Problems

Thoracic Sling Muscles – Improving Posture and MovementThis on-demand webinar looks, in detail at the anatomy of the thoracic sling muscles and how to assess their strength. and suggest appropriate exercises to stretch and strengthen them. Posture and movement of the cervicothoracic junction and thoracic sling muscles are intrinsically linked so it is impossible to talk about one without affecting the other. Kissing Spines – Anatomy and Rehabilitation In this on-demand webinar with the help of Gillian’s anatomically painted horses, anatomical bones and real horse bones, discover what kissing spines are, what they actually look like, where and why they happen. Gillian demonstrates a comprehensive set of exercises and tips to both prevent them happening and to aid the rehabilitation of horses with Kissing Spines. Harmonious Horsemanship Dr Sue Dyson and Sue Palmer join Gillian for this on-demand webinar that helps us all discover more about The Ridden Horse Performance Checklist and how it can be used for the health and welfare of our horses. The Ridden Horse Performance Checklist, otherwise known as the Ridden Horse Pain Ethogram can help us all strive towards more harmonious horsemanship. Dr Sue Dyson and Sue Palmer will discuss how to apply the checklist, and how you can use it as a monitoring tool to reassure you that your horse is fine.They will also look at how low-grade discomfort can influence performance, trainability, rideability, your comfort as a rider, your position and safety. Preventing Back Problems In this on demand webinar, Gillian reveals the top 10 things every rider should know and do on a regular basis with their horses to help prevent back problems occurring. Her recommendations are easy to do and will help whatever the age or stage of training, whatever disciplines you do with your horse. These practical tips and exercises are easy to perform and will also help to improve posture, back suppleness and strength.